A POLISH KARACENA SZYSZAK HELMET, MINIATURE COPY IN STYLE OF 17TH 18TH CENTURY, 19TH CENTURY. ZISCHAGGE POLEN.
Origin: Europe, Poland (?).
A miniature copy of 17th 18th century Polish karacena szyszak helmet, manufactured in late 19th century. Made of iron scales, with characteristic face guard. Scales rivets decorated with mascaron face. Height 18,5 cm, diameter 11 cm.
Karacena armour (of iron scales riveted to a leather support) might have consisted of a scale helmet, cuirass, gorget, leg and shoulder protection and became popular during the reign of King John Sobieski, but perhaps due to costs and weight, remained popular mostly with the winged hussar commanding officers.
Condition report: very good condition, marks and scratches, no major damages, covered with nice original patina.
START PRICE 1000 EUR. ESTIMATION 1000-1200 EUR
15.00 % buyer's premium on the hammer price, VAT included