Fine European &American Arms Armor Collection
Lot 1301:
Fabulous German Closed Burgonet Helmet with a Fiercely Grimacing Moustached Grotesque Face Visor (The Schembart Visor). A Fine Early Representation of the Closed Helmets with Mask Visor in Form of a Human Face, which were a popular German and Austrian fashion about 1510 to 1540. With their visors forged and embossed as humorous or grotesque human masks, such helmets were often worn in tournaments held during the exuberant pre-Lenten (Shrovetide) festivals, celebrations somewhat akin to the modern Mardi Gras. Substitute visors of more conventional type were often provided for everyday use. A Fascinating Piece of Armor. Regular Adult Size. DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Images by visiting our website – Sofedesignauctions.com ~ Thank you ! Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
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