Auctions Imperial 2017 Arms & Armor November
Lot 48:
Description
A rare helmet in the form of a European morion, which was introduced by the Portuguese in 1525. The skull formed of two halves, embellished with elaborate panels which converge at the peak. The gracefully-curved brim of characteristic form with cusped termini and plumeholder affixed to the obverse. Deeply patinated overall. 18th century or later. Minor dents and losses. For another of the same group see, A. Van Zonneveld, Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago (21001: Leiden. Zwartenkot.) p.51. Height 23cm.Condition II
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