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Luristan Bronze Axe Head with Conical Butt Spikes

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Luristan Bronze Axe Head with Conical Butt Spikes

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Middle East, Iran, Luristan culture, ca. late 2nd to early 1st millennium BCE. Large bronze axe head with long cutting blade flaring downward, tapering to cylindrical shaft with thirteen conical butt spikes. Beautiful green patina! 5 1/4"H (13.25 cm) x 4-3/4"W (12 cm).

Provenance: Ex-private A. Green collection, UK; Ex-private David Kennedy collection, acquired at London Art Market in late 1980's.

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Condition

Intact and excellent with normal oxidation and beautiful patina.

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Luristan Bronze Axe Head with Conical Butt Spikes

Name: Luristan Bronze Axe Head with Conical Butt Spikes
SKU: 38308057
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

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