LOT 57 An East Slavic nasal helmet with spiral decoration, late 12t...
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Calotte consisting of three parts: front half with two opposite spiral tendrils, one short central rib and two long lateral ribs; two rear quarters with four long ribs. Each of these riveted near the overlapping edges. Eye cutouts in front, a nasal with a central edge and bulging "eyebrows" riveted above. At the edges of the nasal and the lower edge of the front half of the calotte, fine holes for attaching a brunette. Along the rear half a wire fastened with eight loops, likewise for mounting of mail. On the tip of the calotte a conical pin with an eyelet for a crest. Nasal slightly bent, otherwise in good condition with corroded but stable, preserved iron substance. Height without nasal ca. 24.5 cm, with nasal 33 cm. Width 22.5 cm. Length approx. 26 cm. Provenance: Spanish private collection, acquired in 2021 from English art dealer. Previously sold by English art dealer (2020), acquired from German private collection (circa 1960s to 2000). Condition: IIProvenance: Spanish private collection, acquired in 2021 from English art dealer. Previously sold by English art dealer (2020), acquired from German private collection (circa 1960s to 2000).
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