SUPERB CHALCIDIAN BRONZE HELMET WITH CHEEKS Ca. 500 - 400 BC A striking Chalcidian helmet comprised of hammered bronze. This helmet is distinguished by its curved cheekpieces, attached by thin bronze pins that form a hinge. A teardrop-shaped nose guard extends down from its raised curves, framing the eyes. The forehead features a sweeping central ridge and an overhanging brow line. Curved sides leave the ears uncovered, enhancing communication on the battlefield. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 2003.407.2. Size: 340mm x 170mm; Weight: 1.18kg Provenance: Ex. private collection of a European collector; Ex. Helmut Fabian, Switzerland, early 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy.