CHALCIDIAN BRONZE CRESTED HELMET. Ca. 400 - 300 BC. A Chalcidian bronze helmet with a dome shape that is elongated toward the top and features a crest made of perforated battlements. The front section is designed to fit over the eyes and has a central nasal piece that is attached with rivets. Additionally, the band near the lower edge of the helmet is slightly convex. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 5524, Axel Guttmann Collection of ancient Arms and Armour, part. II, Lot. 97. Size: 210mm x 170mm; Weight: 505g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired on the European art market pre 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.