Description:

Ancient Near East, Urartian culture, ca. 9th to 7th century BCE. A rare example of a cast-bronze dagger with a tall, slender handle bearing columns of dense openwork motifs. The rhombus-shaped guard features a similar openwork design with rectangular spaces, and the entire weapon has developed smooth layers of brown patina. Size: 1.125" L x 1.6" W x 12.125" H (2.9 cm x 4.1 cm x 30.8 cm)

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#179437

  • Condition: Professional repair to handle with light restoration around break lines; restoration to blade tip as shown. Abrasions and light earthen deposits to original components, with professional cleaning to most surfaces, otherwise in great condition. Nice patina throughout.

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July 14, 2023 8:00 AM MDT
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