Lot 2598
A Victorian hounskull bascinet in the style of 1400, Germany, ca. 1860
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1367 Lots
Description
Robust one-piece skull, the ridge at the back of the head tapering into a light head. A continuous row of large perforations along the lower border for the fastening of an aventail, below which smaller lining perforations. Visor pivoted at the sides, the two separate sight slits with pronounced turn-over borders. Long snout with numerous round breathing perforations on the right side. Height 26 cm. A fine example of early historicism armourer's work.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?
