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LOT 1452
Luristan Heavy Bronze Axehead
13TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
7 3/4 in. (1.28 kg, 19.5 cm).
With broad tapering blade and curved edge, wide socket, hammer-face to rear. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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Luristan Bronze Spearhead Blade
14th-10th century B.C.Estimate: £250 - 350 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £130
With rounded shoulders and square-sectioned mid-rib running to the blade tip; short tang with fastening hole. 45 grams, 46.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
The spearhead belongs to the type VI spearhead of the Khorasani classification. It is characterised by a long blade and short tang, slightly rounded shoulders and pronounced midrib. Similar weapons were excavated by Prof. Negahban in the royal cemetery of Marlik. -
Luristan Heavy Bronze Axehead
13th-7th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
With broad tapering blade and curved edge, wide socket, hammer-face to rear. 1.28 kg, 19.5 cm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
