Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A cast-bronze axe head bearing a blade of impressive length and slenderness. The socketing shaft is comprised of a cylindrical tube with 2 narrow flanges, and behind is a knob-shaped binding protrusion. The blade features a pair of gentle fullers that run along the outer half before merging to form 1 cohesive fuller. Attractive layers of green, brown, and russet patina have formed across the surfaces throughout the millennia. Size: 12.3" L x 1.05" W x 3.2" H (31.2 cm x 2.7 cm x 8.1 cm)

Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from TimeLine Auctions, London, UK, June 4, 2021, lot 1570; ex-private Japanese collection

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#183115

Slight bending to overall form, with light abrasions and nicks, otherwise intact and excellent. Great patina throughout.