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Late Bronze Age Luristan Large Bronze Axe Head

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Late Bronze Age Luristan Large Bronze Axe Head

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Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran / Turkey, Luristan, late Bronze to early Iron Age, ca. 2000 to 1000 BCE. A superb cast bronze axe head with an unusual and elegant oval socketing shaft with small spike to one end. The long sweeping blade emerges slightly above the shaft with a long thin triangular groove. This is the first example where we have seen such a design, probably allowing for greater balance when paired with a hefty handle to counterweigh the blade. Size: 6.5" L x 2.5" W (16.5 cm x 6.4 cm)

Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from Artemis Gallery October 31, 2016; ex-Julian Hovsepian estate, New York, USA, acquired prior to 1980

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Condition

Encrusted mineral deposits and patina. Intact and excellent condition. Choice!

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Late Bronze Age Luristan Large Bronze Axe Head

Name: Late Bronze Age Luristan Large Bronze Axe Head
SKU: 169366512
Price: 400 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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