Saturday, June 25, 2022
LOT #57

Chinese Bronze Helmets

(2) Shang Dynasty-style items including domed helmet having central ridge, mythical beast motif and hole at top for decorative plume; and a helmet having deer and antlers motif including areas of inlay throughout; please note: this item was reportedly found with item(s) in lots 59, 61, 73 and 95

Estimate: $200 - $400

Hammer Price: $1,100

Provenance: The Estate of George "Yorgo" Demetrakopoulos; professor, assistant director of the Medieval Institute and assistant to the dean at Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan from 1965-2000

Dimensions: Height: 8 1/2 inches, Width: 8 1/4 inches (domed helmet (larger))

Condition: Good to Fair, overall light to moderate wear consistent with material and normal use; moderate oxidation throughout resulting in areas of different colored metal; areas of corrosion / weathering including few areas with holes in metal

Disclaimers: The sticker affixed to this item was not confirmed by the Museum and is likely spurious; please note: this lot came from a house that had been closed for some time and a musty odor may be present

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Sales Tax: California (7.250%), Florida (6.000%), Georgia (8.500%), Kansas (6.500%), New Jersey (6.625%), New Mexico (5.125%), New York (8.875%), Pennsylvania (6.000%), Washington (10.500%)

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