Ornamental Helmet In Gilded Bronze

Ornamental gilt bronze helmet - late 18th / early 19th century

Elegant ornamental gilt bronze helmet, dating from the late 18th century or early 19th century. This neoclassical style model is finely chiseled and richly decorated with foliate motifs, including a laurel branch in relief, a symbol of glory and victory.

The piece is topped with a stylized plume in volutes, evoking ancient Roman or Greek helmets.Mounted on a later black stone base, this decorative object comes from a more imposing ensemble such as a clock.

It demonstrates refined expertise in the work of gilded bronze with leaf or mercury, characteristic of the decorative arts under the Directory or the Empire.

Height: 19cm without the base / 23cm with
Width: 9cm
Base: 11cm