Archer's helmet in iron with gilded copper nails, Sicily, 14th century

Descriptio Wrought iron with mercury-gilded copper inlays. Dimensions: diameter 30 cm; width 29 cm; depth 25 cm; height 12 cm. Archer’s helmet made of iron, decorated with gilded copper studs depicting a roaring lion with a thick mane. A piece of remarkable symbolic power and defensive character, typical of the medieval Sicilian military context. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.

Estimate:£4,197.5

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