Loading, please wait...
LOT 1824
Luristan Bronze Socketted Axehead
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
6 3/4 in. (997 grams, 17 cm).
With a triangular tapering blade and a flat cutting edge, oval socket. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
-
Greek Lead Slingshot Group
4th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Comprising three lentoid-section bullets. 87 grams total, 27-37 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Socketted Spearhead
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Comprising a leaf-shaped blade with a midrib, a long tapering socket with a flared mouth. 154 grams, 25.5 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Greek Lead Slingshot with Trident of Poseidon
3rd-1st century B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Biconical in profile with casting seam and low relief trident motif to one face. 33.4 grams, 31 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
