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New World, USA, ca. 1925 CE. A Roman legion-style helmet - comprised of steel sheet and spray painted gold for effect - worn by an actor in the 1925 film "Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ". This epic silent film was the first full-length adaptation of the 1880 novel of the same name. In 1997, this film was selected by the Library of Congress for permanent preservation in the United States National Film Registry because it is, "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant." Size: 10.5" L x 7" W (26.7 cm x 17.8 cm)

Although this item is from the silent film, the story of Ben Hur is probably most familiar from the 1959 remake starring Charlton Heston.

Provenance: private Carlton collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired between 1965 and 1980

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#128057

Losses to some of the paint, especially on the back of the head. Both ear flaps are present. Cloth lining is fraying with losses.