{"title":"Helmets","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted helmet interpretations from the Archaeopolis collection, from Mycenaean-inspired designs to Archaic, Corinthian and Scythian series. Explore each helmet separately, with its complete photographic record, design and maker credits, and historical context. Designed and art-directed by Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis and handcrafted by Dimitris Katsikis. Made to order with custom sizing; price, materials, finish and delivery are confirmed for each commission.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"archaic-noble-helmet","title":"Archaic Noble Helmet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurved dark horns, layered leaf-like ornament and a gold-toned face opening give the Archaic Noble Helmet its richly worked silhouette. Red edging, floral cheek ornaments and a bird-shaped rear fitting bring together contrasting colours and sculptural details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Archaic Noble helmet series documented through nine photographs from the Archaeopolis working archive and available by commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 9 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe enclosed face, eye openings and central nose guard invite comparison with Greek Corinthian helmets. The Metropolitan Museum of Art records a bronze example dated to the late sixth century BCE (1992.180.2). This offers context for the broad facial arrangement; the complete arrangement of horns, scales and ornament is specific to this contemporary piece. Ancient ram ornament is documented by the additional reference below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art: bronze helmet of Corinthian type, 1992.180.2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"corinthian-helmet-met-1992-180-2\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/corinthian-helmet-met-1992-180-2.jpg?v=1789139936\" alt=\"Ancient bronze helmet of Corinthian type, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1992.180.2\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:640px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze helmet of Corinthian type, late sixth century BCE. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1992.180.2; Gift of Estée Lauder Inc., 1992.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Open Access. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/about-the-met\/policies-and-documents\/open-access\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePublic domain\u003c\/a\u003e. Shown without cropping or retouching, at reduced display size. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView source and image record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ancient example for comparison with the face opening and nose guard. It is not a confirmed one-to-one prototype for the complete Archaeopolis design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"ram-helmet-saint-louis\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference: ram-headed helmet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.slam.org\/collection\/objects\/37601\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d23gjylftzdlen.cloudfront.net\/db_photo\/d6858\/u16468588\/2821949_o2.jpg\" alt=\"Greek South Italian ram-headed bronze helmet, 525–500 BCE, Saint Louis Art Museum\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:760px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelmet, Greek, South Italian, 525–500 BCE. Bronze with ivory and bronze restoration. Saint Louis Art Museum, Museum Purchase, 282:1949.1.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: Saint Louis Art Museum. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.slam.org\/collection\/objects\/37601\/\"\u003eMuseum collection record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpted ram head offers an ancient comparison for ram ornament on helmets. The museum identifies the horns, ears and eyes of the upper ram head as restored. This is a thematic reference, not an identified exact prototype of the Archaic Noble Helmet or its scaled crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.slam.org\/blog\/gold-silver-and-bronze-objects-in-slams-collection-that-deserve-the-podium\/\"\u003eMuseum explanation of the helmet and restored features →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Archaic%20Noble%20Helmet%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Archaic Noble Helmet →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314265637193,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-archaic-noble-helmet-dimitris-katsikis-005.jpg?v=1789139535"},{"product_id":"archaic-spartan-helmet","title":"Archaic Spartan Helmet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo tall, upward-curving metal ornaments define the Archaic Spartan Helmet. A warm copper-toned surface, red stitched borders and small animal motifs frame its enclosed face and nose guard. Side ties add a further visible layer of handwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Archaic Spartan helmet interpretation preserved in two archive views and presented as an Archaeopolis commission series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 2 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge horns have an archaeological precedent in Corinthian helmets. The example displayed in Geneva (HR 155), dated approximately 650 BCE and associated tentatively with Taranto, preserves a pair of bronze bull horns and ears. It provides a closer reference for this helmet's horned silhouette than an undecorated Corinthian example.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gladius.revistas.csic.es\/index.php\/gladius\/article\/download\/442\/433?inline=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eResearch: Corinthian helmets, animal ornaments and social display\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"horned-corinthian-geneva\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference: horned Corinthian helmet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Taranto_(forse),_elmo_di_tipo_corinzio_aracico,_650_ac_ca..JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/horned-corinthian-geneva-sailko.jpg?v=1789140703\" alt=\"Ancient Corinthian helmet with large bronze bull horns and ears, Geneva, HR 155\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:800px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorinthian helmet with bronze bull horns and ears, approximately 650 BCE; reportedly from Taranto. Musée d'art et d'histoire, Geneva, HR 155.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhoto: Sailko \/ Wikimedia Commons, 2014. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/\"\u003eCC BY-SA 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Displayed at reduced size without cropping or retouching. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Taranto_(forse),_elmo_di_tipo_corinzio_aracico,_650_ac_ca..JPG\"\u003eImage source and credit →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis surviving horned Corinthian helmet provides a specific archaeological comparison for the projecting horns and face opening of the Archaic Spartan Helmet. It is not evidence that the ancient object was Spartan, nor a claim that every detail of the contemporary piece reproduces this example.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Archaic%20Spartan%20Helmet%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Archaic Spartan Helmet →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314266161481,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-archaic-spartan-helmet-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139535"},{"product_id":"corinthian-helmet-c","title":"Corinthian Helmet C","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA broad pale crest rises above a patterned copper-toned crown, with a dark trailing section at the rear. Contrasting gold-toned cheek pieces, a narrow nose guard and a small rosette fitting give Corinthian Helmet C its distinctive profile. The side photograph records a hinge above the cheek piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA made-to-order Corinthian C helmet series documented through four archive views and developed through Archaeopolis design and historical direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 4 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Corinthian Helmet C” is retained as the Archaeopolis catalogue name. The Met’s late sixth-century BCE Corinthian helmet (1992.180.2) provides a historical comparison for the facial protection. Its enclosing construction differs from the articulated cheek arrangement visible here, so this contemporary piece is presented as an interpretation rather than an exact copy of that museum object.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Metropolitan Museum of Art: bronze helmet of Corinthian type, 1992.180.2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"corinthian-helmet-met-1992-180-2\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/corinthian-helmet-met-1992-180-2.jpg?v=1789139936\" alt=\"Ancient bronze helmet of Corinthian type, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1992.180.2\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:640px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze helmet of Corinthian type, late sixth century BCE. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1992.180.2; Gift of Estée Lauder Inc., 1992.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Open Access. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/about-the-met\/policies-and-documents\/open-access\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePublic domain\u003c\/a\u003e. Shown without cropping or retouching, at reduced display size. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/256133\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView source and image record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ancient example for comparison with the face opening and nose guard. It is not a confirmed one-to-one prototype for the complete Archaeopolis design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Corinthian%20Helmet%20C%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Corinthian Helmet C →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314266751305,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-corinthian-helmet-c-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139535"},{"product_id":"marine-helmet","title":"Marine Helmet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA riveted, scale-like crown and a fringed brow band frame the Marine Helmet. Its warm metallic face pieces carry paired winged-animal ornaments, with stitched edging and a central nose guard bringing the composition together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA made-to-order Marine helmet series documented through five archive views and developed through Archaeopolis design and historical direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 5 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Athenian red-figure hydria (kalpis) in the Louvre, dated around 480 BCE, depicts a helmet with a scale-patterned crown and an animal ornament on its cheek guard. It offers a comparison for the Marine Helmet’s overall facial arrangement and scale-like decoration. “Marine” is the Archaeopolis series name; a precise ancient naval attribution is not established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"scaled-helmet-louvre-g179\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference: helmet on an Athenian vase\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/collections.louvre.fr\/en\/ark:\/53355\/cl010270066\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.hellenicarmors.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/corinthian-helmet-00016.jpg\" alt=\"Detail of an Athenian vase showing a scale-patterned helmet with a lion on its cheek guard, Louvre G 179, around 480 BCE\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:600px;height:auto;object-fit:contain;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAthenian red-figure hydria (kalpis), around 480 BCE. Found at Vulci. Musée du Louvre, G 179 \/ MN 52 \/ N 3368.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetail image reproduced from the Hellenic Armors reference gallery. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/collections.louvre.fr\/en\/ark:\/53355\/cl010270066\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLouvre collection record →\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hellenicarmors.gr\/en\/armor\/corinthian-helmet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eImage source →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Louvre identifies the cheek ornament as a lion. The painted helmet also has a large crest, whereas the Marine Helmet has paired winged griffins and a different crown arrangement. This is an ancient visual comparison, not a confirmed exact prototype; the painted scale pattern alone does not establish how an ancient helmet was constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Marine%20Helmet%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Marine Helmet →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314266784073,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-marine-helmet-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139535"},{"product_id":"mycenaean-helmet-a","title":"Mycenaean Helmet A","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rounded, metal-toned crown, two projecting horn forms and a small upright circular ornament give Mycenaean Helmet A its clear silhouette. Long cheek flaps are finished with deep red edging and visible pale stitching. Riveted joins remain visible across the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mycenaean A helmet interpretation, documented in two photographs from the working collection and available by commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 2 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe National Archaeological Museum’s Mycenaean collection brings together weapons, palace material and representations of warriors, including the Warrior Vase and Warrior Stele. These provide a setting for studying Bronze Age equipment and imagery. The present horned design is an Archaeopolis interpretation; its exact relationship to any individual archaeological find is to be confirmed for a commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.namuseum.gr\/en\/permanent_exhibition\/mykinaikes-archaiotites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNational Archaeological Museum: Collection of Mycenaean Antiquities\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"mycenaean-warrior-vase-zde\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Pottery_soldiers_12_c_BC,_NAMA_1246_102885.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/mycenaean-warrior-vase-zde.jpg?v=1789139937\" alt=\"Detail of marching warriors with horned headgear on the Mycenaean Warrior Vase in Athens\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:640px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail of the Warrior Vase from Mycenae, twelfth century BCE, National Archaeological Museum, Athens. The ancient painted scene shows warriors with projecting headgear and trailing ornaments.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: Zde \/ Wikimedia Commons. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Shown without cropping or retouching, at reduced display size. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Pottery_soldiers_12_c_BC,_NAMA_1246_102885.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView source and image record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ancient visual reference for Mycenaean warrior headgear. The precise construction and decorative details of the Archaeopolis helmet are not established by this painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Mycenaean%20Helmet%20A%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Mycenaean Helmet A →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314267341129,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-mycenaean-helmet-a-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139537"},{"product_id":"mycenaean-helmet-b","title":"Mycenaean Helmet B","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark patterned surfaces, red braided bands and contrasting horn forms distinguish Mycenaean Helmet B. Angular incised decoration runs across the crown and long cheek pieces, while a dark rear tassel adds movement to its profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA made-to-order Mycenaean B helmet interpretation documented through two archive views within the Archaeopolis working collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 2 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMycenaean equipment can be studied through surviving weapons and ancient imagery. The National Archaeological Museum presents both in its Mycenaean collection, including the Warrior Vase and Warrior Stele. This is contextual evidence for the collection’s Bronze Age theme, not proof that the present horn arrangement, pattern or materials reproduce a particular excavated helmet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.namuseum.gr\/en\/permanent_exhibition\/mykinaikes-archaiotites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNational Archaeological Museum: Collection of Mycenaean Antiquities\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"mycenaean-warrior-vase-zde\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Pottery_soldiers_12_c_BC,_NAMA_1246_102885.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/mycenaean-warrior-vase-zde.jpg?v=1789139937\" alt=\"Detail of marching warriors with horned headgear on the Mycenaean Warrior Vase in Athens\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:640px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail of the Warrior Vase from Mycenae, twelfth century BCE, National Archaeological Museum, Athens. The ancient painted scene shows warriors with projecting headgear and trailing ornaments.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: Zde \/ Wikimedia Commons. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Shown without cropping or retouching, at reduced display size. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Pottery_soldiers_12_c_BC,_NAMA_1246_102885.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView source and image record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn ancient visual reference for Mycenaean warrior headgear. The precise construction and decorative details of the Archaeopolis helmet are not established by this painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Mycenaean%20Helmet%20B%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Mycenaean Helmet B →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314267472201,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-mycenaean-helmet-b-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139537"},{"product_id":"scythian-helmet","title":"Scythian Helmet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order · Price on request · Custom sizing available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA tall red-brown profile, black spiral ornament and elongated side flaps give the Scythian Helmet its distinctive outline. Visible stitching follows the edges, while an incised bird-head motif decorates one side. The surviving photograph records this single view of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; art direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgios Katsos \/ Archaeopolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dimitris Katsikis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe documented helmet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA made-to-order Scythian helmet interpretation documented within the Archaeopolis working collection and available by individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gallery preserves all 1 photographs from the existing Archaeopolis Objects record, including the available overall views and details. Photographic credit: Archaeopolis Objects archive. These images document the contemporary piece offered for commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe British Museum discusses tall pointed headwear in ancient depictions of Scythian and related nomadic groups. Its catalogue entry for cylinder seal 1959,0214.3 compares the represented hoods with those of “pointed hat” Scythians at Persepolis. This supplies context for the headwear theme, without identifying the present red-brown form or its ornament as a replica of that evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.britishmuseum.org\/collection\/object\/W_1959-0214-3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBritish Museum: cylinder seal 1959,0214.3 and comparative discussion of pointed headwear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection data-historical-reference=\"saka-persepolis-dynamosquito\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistorical reference image\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:20px 0\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Saka_(3719571493).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/saka-persepolis-dynamosquito.jpg?v=1789139938\" alt=\"Ancient relief of a Saka tribute bearer wearing a tall pointed cap at the Apadana, Persepolis\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;max-height:640px;object-fit:contain;height:auto;margin:auto\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size:0.9em;line-height:1.6;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaka (Scythian) tribute bearer, detail of an Achaemenid relief on the eastern stairway of the Apadana at Persepolis, Iran. The tall pointed cap is visible in profile.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImage: dynamosquito \/ Wikimedia Commons, photograph taken in 2009. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Shown without cropping or retouching, at reduced display size. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Saka_(3719571493).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eView source and image record →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncient pictorial evidence for the headwear theme. This relief is not a confirmed exact prototype for the colour, spiral ornament or complete construction of the Archaeopolis piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003ch2\u003eObject documentation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design concept and aesthetic direction belong to Georgios Katsos and Archaeopolis. Physical making is by Dimitris Katsikis. This is a contemporary, historically informed object. Materials, dimensions, weight, edition status and any specific archaeological model are confirmed with the workshop for each individual commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYour commission\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTell us about the intended use, head measurements, preferred finish, delivery destination and required date. Price, production time, fitting and delivery are agreed individually. The photographic archive does not indicate immediate stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@archaeopolis.gr?subject=Scythian%20Helmet%20%E2%80%94%20commission%20enquiry\"\u003eRequest price \u0026amp; availability for Scythian Helmet →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Archaeopolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55314268062025,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1032\/3476\/5129\/files\/archaeopolis-objects-scythian-helmet-dimitris-katsikis-001.jpg?v=1789139539"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.archaeopolis.gr\/collections\/helmets.oembed","provider":"Archaeopolis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}