Ancient Greek Bronze Chalcidian-Type Helmet
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Ancient Greek bronze Chalcidian-type helmet, circa 5th–4th Century BC, complete and intact with a green patina, measuring 19 cm in length, 13 cm in width and 30.5 cm in height.
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Description from the seller
A striking Ancient Greek Chalcidian-type helmet, hammered from a sheet of bronze. The helmet consists of a hemispherical dome, with a seam at the front and back. The seams are secured together with a series of pins, threaded through rivet holes. From the front, a repoussé ridge forms curved brows that lead down towards a nasal decorated with four pellets. Two small perforations can be seen above the right brow and there is a perforation on either side of the top section of the helmet. On either side, two cheek guards, a characteristic of the helmet’s type, have been attached to the helmet with hinges, allowing for easier wear and construction. The cheek-pieces are rectangular in shape and curved at the back. A horizontal band of inverted triangles decorates the top of each cheek guard. They have each been pierced towards the bottom, where an inner lining, often made of leather, would have been attached. Behind, two curved arches have been cut out of the helmet for the wearer’s ears. A superb artefact from the Ancient Greek world which is complete and intact.
Provenance: From the J.L. collection, Surrey, U.K., acquired 2020s. Previously from the Parthenon Gallery, WC1, London, U.K., acquired 2010.
Condition: Excellent condition. Complete and intact, with moveable hinges. Evidence of repairs to strengthen the hinges, one of the barrels is broken and therefore the pin, although secure, rests below the hinge on one side. A repair to the crack of the arch behind the right-hand cheek guard. Evidence of strengthening of the bronze on the inside of the helmet. Some glue residue visible in the seam on the back. Minor chips, scratches, perforations, and surface pitting visible on the surface, as consistent with its age. One of the pellets decorating the nasal is now missing. A beautiful green patina to the surface.
Dimensions: L 19cm x W 13cm x H 30.5cm
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A striking Ancient Greek Chalcidian-type helmet, hammered from a sheet of bronze. The helmet consists of a hemispherical dome, with a seam at the front and back. The seams are secured together with a series of pins, threaded through rivet holes. From the front, a repoussé ridge forms curved brows that lead down towards a nasal decorated with four pellets. Two small perforations can be seen above the right brow and there is a perforation on either side of the top section of the helmet. On either side, two cheek guards, a characteristic of the helmet’s type, have been attached to the helmet with hinges, allowing for easier wear and construction. The cheek-pieces are rectangular in shape and curved at the back. A horizontal band of inverted triangles decorates the top of each cheek guard. They have each been pierced towards the bottom, where an inner lining, often made of leather, would have been attached. Behind, two curved arches have been cut out of the helmet for the wearer’s ears. A superb artefact from the Ancient Greek world which is complete and intact.
Provenance: From the J.L. collection, Surrey, U.K., acquired 2020s. Previously from the Parthenon Gallery, WC1, London, U.K., acquired 2010.
Condition: Excellent condition. Complete and intact, with moveable hinges. Evidence of repairs to strengthen the hinges, one of the barrels is broken and therefore the pin, although secure, rests below the hinge on one side. A repair to the crack of the arch behind the right-hand cheek guard. Evidence of strengthening of the bronze on the inside of the helmet. Some glue residue visible in the seam on the back. Minor chips, scratches, perforations, and surface pitting visible on the surface, as consistent with its age. One of the pellets decorating the nasal is now missing. A beautiful green patina to the surface.
Dimensions: L 19cm x W 13cm x H 30.5cm
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Greek
Century/timeframe
Circa 5th - 4th Century BC
Name of object
Chalcidian-Type Helmet
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2015
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
