Greek Bronze Corinthian Helmet

The Corinthian helmet was first developed in the Peloponnese in the early 7th century BC. Its closed form, shielding the face of the soldier, was preferred by generations of hoplites in their distinctive phalanx combat. The early examples are austere and upright. Later examples have extended cheek pieces, carinated upper sections, and finely worked borders. The Corinthian helmet fell out of use in the later 5th century BC. The Lamia sub-group of Corinthian helmets are distinct from the Hermione sub-group in that they include stylized repoussé horns over the brow. They are named after an example excavated at Lamia in Thessaly. The helmets are among the finest ever produced by the most advanced mainland Greek workshops.