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**Originally Listed At $550**

Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A set of 2 cast-bronze axe heads, each of an interesting form. The first axe head features a cylindrical socketing shaft lined with exterior spikes as well as a horizontal blade head. The larger axe head features a vertical blade head suitable for chopping as well as smooth, lustrous surfaces across the exterior. Size of largest: 6.75" L x 1.3" W x 2.8" H (17.1 cm x 3.3 cm x 7.1 cm)

Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased July 31, 2014 (larger) and April 24, 2017 (smaller); (larger): ex-private London, United Kingdom collection; ex-private British collection, acquired 1980s; (smaller): ex-Artemis Gallery, April 24, 2017 auction, part of lot 14; ex-estate of John Piscopo

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#183036

  • Condition: Loss to outer edge of horizontal blade as shown; larger axe head is intact. Each with light abrasions and nicks, and minor earthen deposits, otherwise in great condition. Nice patina throughout.

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