Lot 340
- 340
A Mamluk steel helmet, Egypt, late 15th century
Estimate
40,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- steel
the bowl of domed conical form with knop finial, the curving movable nasal with leaf-shaped finial and screw lug and visor secured by copper rivets, neck-guard attached with two hooks and bendable screws, engraved St. Eirene arsenal mark, on a custom mount
Condition
In generally good condition, the surface with some abrasion and oxidisation consistent with age and use, few minor dents and scuffs, two drill holes on either side where cheek-pieces would have originally been, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Similar examples are in the Hermitage (inv. nos. 37 and 38, unpublished), the Metropolitan Museum of Art (inv. no. 36.25.116), the Furusiyya Art Foundation (Paris 2002a, no.134, p.171), the Khalili Collection (Alexander 1992, no.55, pp.108-109) and the Musée du Louvre (Atil 1981, no.41, pp.112-113; Paris 1977, no.411, pp.188-189), though the richest collection of Mamluk arms and armour is to be found in the Topkapi Palace and Military Museum in Istanbul, captured as booty from the Mamluks after their defeat at the hands of the Ottomans in 1516-17. The Eirene arsenal mark which is engraved on the present example stands for the weapons storage room used in the Topkapi Palace until the past century (see illustrated).
A similar example was sold in these rooms, 18 April 2007, lot 75.
A similar example was sold in these rooms, 18 April 2007, lot 75.