ANCIENT GROUP OF THREE BRONZE SPEARS
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Western Asiatic/Aegan, ca. 1200-700 BC. A trio of cast bronze spearheads, each a masterpiece of Bronze Age bronze craftsmanship. The triangular-shaped blades of these spears are characterized by a prominent midrib, running down the center to enhance both their strength and beauty. The shoulders of the spears extend downwards, leading to a pronounced shaft and tapering tang for easy attachment to a pole. These small but deadly spearheads would have been wielded by warriors in battle and used by hunters for survival. Their significance extended beyond the battlefield, serving as a display of wealth and social status. These spearheads represent the pinnacle of Bronze Age craftsmanship, showcasing the skill and ingenuity of ancient metalworkers. Cf. Muscarella, O. W. (1988). Bronze and Iron: Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York., p.291.Size: L:60-70mm / W:17-20mm ; 25gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
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ANCIENT GROUP OF THREE BRONZE SPEARS
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