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Ancient Bronze Axe Bird Head Design, Luristan, ca. 1200–800 BCE, Ceremonial Bro

$2,300
£1,740.11
€2,008.35
CA$3,212.46
A$3,571.64
CHF 1,869.54
MX$43,805
NOK 23,803.96
SEK 22,473.76
DKK 14,987
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About the Item

A superb and rare Luristan bronze bird-headed axe from the Early Iron Age, circa 1200–700 BCE Western Iran (Ancient Luristan) This finely cast bronze bird axe showcases the metallurgical and artistic expertise of the Luristan culture during the early Iron Age. Luristan bronzes—including weapons, horse trappings, and ritual objects—are renowned for their intricate designs and abstract symbolism, often depicting animals, deities, and geometric motifs. These objects likely held ritual or symbolic significance, reflecting the spiritual and social values of ancient western Iran. Very superb condition, aesthetics and very rare From private collection.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    220 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.86 in (98 mm)Width: 6.07 in (154 mm)Depth: 0.87 in (22 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1200–700 BCE
  • Condition:
    This item is superb condition, width of blade is 0.5 to 0.6cm overall width including the hole is 2.2cm .
  • Seller Location:
    Chatuchak, TH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4400226701762

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