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GREEK BRONZE ‘BELL’ CUIRASS Early form of bronze muscle armour, the anatomic features indicated in highly stylised relief. Deep neck and arm cutouts, flaring waistline, and traces of the former lining along the perimeter; holes at the shoulder for attachment to the backplate. Extremely rare and beautifully preserved protective armour. Independent development of local bell armour type which can be associated with the Thracian peoples in the Balkans. Ex collection (R263) of Axel Guttmann (1944-2001), Berlin. 6th-5th Century BC H. 15 in. (38 cm.) HMQ51 $55,000 Sales |
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