Bronze cheek piece of a helmet

Unknown

late 2nd century CE · Bronze · Greek and Roman Art

This left cheek piece is decorated with the figure of Victory bearing a trophy. It probably belongs to an officer's helmet, since its ornate workmanship would accord with the owner's high rank.

Artist

Unknown

Date

late 2nd century CE

Medium

Bronze

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

Purchase, Mrs. Edward S. Litchfield Gift, 1986