Description:

Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A bronze axe head of socketing form with 4 zoomorphic heads protruding from the ovoid eye and a hook-shaped protuberance extending from the butt. The ovoid shaft hole is additionally embellished by a concave curve and folded ridge on each side. Size: 7.3" L x 1" W x 2.6" H (18.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 6.6 cm); 3.4" H (8.6 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased from Ancient Resource LLC, December 25, 2017, lot 90; ex-Piscopo collection

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#183178

  • Condition: Dulling and minor chipping to blade edge, as well as weathering to surface as shown. Otherwise, intact and excellent with a rich patina throughout.

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