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THBRare 12th C. Medieval Iron Great Helm Helmet
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Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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LiveNov 15, 2024
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- Lot Description
Western Europe, Germany, Medieval period, ca. 12th to early 14th century CE. This remarkable Great Helm from the Middle Ages is composed of five thick sheets of metal, hammered on both the interior and exterior, with the outer surface likely polished after hammering. The helm is riveted together and features a somewhat bucket-shaped design with a flat top, a nose guard panel, ventilation holes, and eye slits. As an important piece of knightly armor, the Great Helm encased the entire head and face for maximum protection against flesh wounds and was worn over a padded coif or hood. However in the 14th century, the Great Helm was phased out in favor of more practical helmets like the barbute and visor helmet, which provided better ventilation and visibility without sacrificing protection. The Great Helm is an iconic early style, used by Crusaders and famously inspiring the costume worn by the Black Knight character in the classic film "Monty Python and the Holy Grail." Size: 9" Diameter x 11.5" H (22.9 cm x 29.2 cm); 18" H (45.7 cm) on included custom stand.
This piece was analyzed and authenticated by Hebolabo, Belgium on June 22nd 2019.
Provenance: private London, UK collection; ex-Peter Ing Till collection, Vienna, Austria, early 2000s; ex-private Austrian collection, from the 1980s - 1990s
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#190109Condition
Heavy oxidation and corrosion. Pitting with holes and losses in areas as shown. Overall a rare and excellent piece. Comes with document of authenticity from the Hebolabo in Belgium.
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