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LOT 1570
Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
LURISTAN BRONZE DAGGER
13TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
8 in. (93 grams, 20.1 cm).
13TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
8 in. (93 grams, 20.1 cm).
Comprising a two-edged leaf-shaped lentoid-section blade, crescentic lower guard, ribbed hilt and domed finial.
PROVENANCE:
Acquired before 1983.
Ex London gallery, 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
See a similar dagger in Godard, A., Les Bronzes du Luristan, Paris, 1931, pl.VII, no.15, for type.
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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.
