Ancient Luristan Bronze Short Sword - 15"L
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Description
Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A cast-bronze short sword bearing a recessed handle meant to hold comfortable inlays. The blade itself exhibits an elongated profile with a thick midrib and a dramatically pointed tip, and the shoulder is adorned with a raised crescent moon on each side. Layers of naturally-occurring patina in hues of brown and green have formed across the surfaces and lend to its alluring presentation. Size: 15.125" L x 2.1" W (38.4 cm x 5.3 cm)
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased July 11, 2014
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#183349
Provenance: private Everett, Massachusetts, USA collection, purchased July 11, 2014
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#183349
Condition
Chip along side of blade as shown. Slight bending to overall form, with nicks and abrasions to blade and handle, and light earthen deposits, otherwise in great condition. Great patina throughout.
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Ancient Luristan Bronze Short Sword - 15"L
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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Auction Curated By
Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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