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LOT 0263
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GBP (£) 500 - 700
EUR (€) 580 - 810
USD ($) 670 - 940
£250 (EUR 289; USD 335) (+bp*)
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ELAMITE DECORATED BRONZE AXEHEAD
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 1/2 in. (330 grams, 11.6 cm).
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 1/2 in. (330 grams, 11.6 cm).
With a crescentic blade, ornamental curved edging to the upper shaft hole, a collar to the lower shaft hole, raised band around the edge of the blade.
PROVENANCE:
French collection, 1980s.
Acquired on the London art market.
Private collection, London, UK.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Mahboubian, H., Art of Ancient Iran, copper and bronze, London, 1997, p.166, fig.172b.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
