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Large Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Axehead Large Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Axehead Large Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Axehead
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LOT 1410

Large Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Axehead

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

7 1/2 in. (1.34 kg, 19 cm).

With wide swept blade, large socket with shallow raised circumferential rib, hammer to the rear.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

Literature

Cf. Gernez, G., L’armament en métal au Proche et Moyen-Orient: des origines a 1750 av. J.C., Paris, 2007, fig.2.70, subtype H-MRT 2.C.

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LOT 1410

Large Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Axehead

Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)

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