Sale Name: Catherine Ross Trust, Art, Sculpture, Asian , African, Furniture
LOT 82 - French Cuirassier-Style Cavalry Uniform & Armor Display
Description

Large decorative military display modeled after a 19th-century French cuirassier/heavy cavalry uniform, comprising polished metal breastplate/cuirass, elaborate brass-mounted metal helmet with red horsehair-style crest and plume, dark uniform coat with red facings and gold-tone trim, shoulder scales, braided cords and additional uniform accoutrements. The helmet and armor closely follow the distinctive appearance associated with French cuirassier cavalry of the Napoleonic and later 19th-century periods. Age and authenticity of individual components have not been determined; offered as a decorative/reproduction display. Condition: Displays impressively. Scattered wear, tarnish, scratches and finish wear to metal components; textile and trim show wear consistent with display. Completeness unknown. See photographs. Overall Height is 70"

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