Lot 1490

Western Asiatic Decorated Axehead

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2nd millennium BC. A substantial bronze axehead with square-section shank and slightly curved edge, broad socket with rounded ends; incised design incorporating two hatched birds with serpents. 416 grams, 13.5cm (5 3/4"). From the private collection of a North West London lady; previously with a central London gallery; formerly acquired before 1990.