Apulo-Corinthian Helmet (Primary Title)

Unknown (Artist)

5th century BC
Greek (Southern Italian)
Arms And Armor
Metalwork
bronze
South Italy
Overall: 10 1/2 × 8 1/4 × 11 7/8 in. (26.67 × 20.96 × 30.16 cm)
2004.3
Not on view
This South Italian variant of a Corinthian helmet was surmounted by crests of horsehair or feathers attached to the three bronze prongs projecting from the top. The Corinthian helmet was popular throughout the Greek world because it was easily made from a single sheet of hammered bronze and hid almost the entire face of its wearer, presenting his enemy with a fearsome visage.
Arthur and Margaret Glasgow Fund
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