Bidspirit auction | A 19th Century H.T. Gratacap

A 19th Century H.T. Gratacap New York Leather Fireman's Helmet with Eagle Finial - A vintage American-style firefighter's helmet by H.T. Gratacap New York, featuring a traditional ribbed dome and a wide, extended rear brim, finished in a deep red. The helmet is adorned with a gold-painted metallic finial, likely brass, shaped like an avian head, consistent with an eagle. The material is molded and painted leather, exhibiting embossed scrollwork on the brim surrounding the inscription ”H.T. GRATACAP NEW YORK.” The interior is dark and worn.