Rare Luristan Bronze Axe Head w/ Zoomorphs
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Description
Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A rare cast-bronze axe head of sturdy form featuring a cylindrical socketing shaft adorned with 2 abstract zoomorphic creatures. The first animal, perhaps an ibex, bears a pair of nubbin horns and is being chased or hunted by the wide-mouthed creature in the back, perhaps a panther or lion. The weapon itself exhibits a stocky vertical blade with flared tips, and the entire composition is covered with layers of naturally-occurring patina in hues of green, brown, and russet. Size: 3.7" L x 1.1" W x 2.4" H (9.4 cm x 2.8 cm x 6.1 cm)
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from Palmyra Heritage Gallery, New York; ex-Iraj Kashanian collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired in 1968
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#182966
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from Palmyra Heritage Gallery, New York; ex-Iraj Kashanian collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired in 1968
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.
#182966
Condition
Minor nicks and abrasions, with softening to finer details, and light earthen deposits, otherwise intact and excellent. Great patina throughout.
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Rare Luristan Bronze Axe Head w/ Zoomorphs
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
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