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Firefighter’s helmet, known as a ‘fire cap’, made of black-p…
See original version (French)
36
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Firefighter’s helmet, known as a ‘fire cap’, made of black-p…
See original version (French)
Estimate €40 - €60
Voluntary lot
Description
Firefighter’s helmet, known as a ‘fire cap’, made of black-painted sheet metal, with leather cheek guards fitted with brass fittings, and a leather inner lining with ‘wolf’s teeth’ in size 55. France, second half of the 19th century. In fairly good condition; previous restorations to the leather; scratches to the paintwork; the badge and crest are missing.
Expert: Sylvain LAMOTTE
See original version (French)
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