CASQUE CELTIQUE

CELTIC HELMET
in bronze engraved with fine geometric stripes
in the shape of a cross. Riveted, semi-circular
reinforced by engraved
by engraved and hallmarked mounts|
above each, two small riveted
riveted ornamentation discs. At center,
two parallel decorative bands, hammered
and punched. At the top, a long
two-part ornamental sleeve,
three times riveted, is pierced at the end
and sides. Green patina, somewhat speckled
speckled, with areas of bronze
of bronze.
5th century B.C.
Height: 27.5 cm - Width: 16.5 cm
Depth: 21.9 cm
(Visible damage, restorations)

PROVENANCE
- Hermann Historica sale, Munich, May 2, 2002.
- Private collection Joseph Pell Lombardi
for the chapel of his Château du Sailhant
(Cantal)
EXPERT
Grégoire de Thoury