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LOT 1440
Western Persian Bronze Socketted Axehead
CIRCA 2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 3/4 in. (362 grams, 11.9 cm).
With tubular socket, expanding blade with flanges to the long sides, curved edge. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the German art market before 1990.
From a German collection.
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