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Ancient Near East, Luristan, ca. 1000 to 800 CE. A gorgeous cast bronze 'cage' bell with an openwork body that is perforated from one end to the other. The exact purpose of these is unknown, but they were probably placed on livestock in order to keep track of their whereabouts. Some scholars have described the shape of this example as an abstract representation of a pomegranate. Wonderful green patina! Size: 2.375" L x 1.375" in diameter (6 cm x 3.5 cm)

Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago

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#121628

  • Condition: Expected surface wear with some rough, abraded areas at peripheries. Gorgeous green patina.

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April 24, 2017 10:00 AM MDT
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