Lot 5522

Description

France, First Empire, Napoleonic Cuirassier helmet, c1812, an old museum quality reproduction, steel body with replaced front peak and rear neck guard, old brass classical inspired comb with the remains of the black horsehair tails, the body and comb are likely original examples from a later period either the second or third empires, the peak made flat and broader to give the appearance of a Napoleonic example, a black horsehair marmouset sits atop the comb, now loose fitting, turban band devoid of any cloth or animal skin covering, painted in gloss black, reproduction brass chin scales of an incorrect pattern, incorrect red horsehair side plume, old original leather liner likely dating from the second or third empire with extensive age wear and damage, the comb with some dents, age tone and solder repairs. Very fine.