Luristan Bronze Axe Head Ribbed Socketing Shaft
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Description
Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Luristan, Iron Age I-II, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A striking bronze axe head with a curved blade edge and long socketing shaft encircled by 3 horizontal raised rings. The prominent poll projects out from opposite the blade, which flares down to a pointed heel. Thick green patina has formed due to age, and the degree of preservation is admirable. Size: 6.1" L x 1.6" W x 5" H (15.5 cm x 4.1 cm x 12.7 cm)
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased July 17, 2017; ex-private New York, New York, USA collection, purchased in 1979
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#183127
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased July 17, 2017; ex-private New York, New York, USA collection, purchased in 1979
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#183127
Condition
Minor chipping to bottom rim of socketing shaft, as well as dulling to blade and nicks and abrasions to surface as shown. Otherwise, intact and excellent with rich green patina throughout.
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Luristan Bronze Axe Head Ribbed Socketing Shaft
Estimate $900 - $1,350
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