![Luristan / Achaemenid Ritualistic Bronze Dagger: **Originally Listed At $450** Near East, northwestern Iran / Turkey, Luristan to Achaemenid, Bronze to Iron Age, ca. 2000 to 500 BCE. A massive paddle like blade cast from bronze, a broad lanceolate f](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/334203/180592207_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719015477)
Bronze Weapons & Armor
![Luristan / Achaemenid Ritualistic Bronze Dagger: **Originally Listed At $450** Near East, northwestern Iran / Turkey, Luristan to Achaemenid, Bronze to Iron Age, ca. 2000 to 500 BCE. A massive paddle like blade cast from bronze, a broad lanceolate f](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/334203/180592207_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719015477)
![Bronze Sculpture Spear By David Alfaro Siqueiros: Old Recast sculpture is in perfect condition.DESCRIPTION OF THE ARTICLE:TITLE: "LAUNCH"AUTHOR: DAVID ALFARO SIQUEIROSMATERIAL: BRONZEMEASURES WITHOUT BASE: HEIGHT 27 cm x WIDTH 39 cm x DEPTH 7 cmBASE:](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6662/332434/179284076_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717754685)
![Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE: Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516795_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE: Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516793_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524341_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524328_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Spearhead, circa 1200-800 BCE: Ancient Luristan Bronze Spearhead, circa 1200-800 BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444586_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Spearhead, circa 1200-800 BCE: Ancient Luristan Bronze Spearhead, circa 1200-800 BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444584_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Elamite arrowhead: ITEM: Arrowhead MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Elamite, Middle period PERIOD: 1200 - 800 B.C DIMENSIONS: 90 mm x 23 mm CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex English private collection,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/9098/332970/179742542_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718041824)
![CELTIC BRONZE SOCKETED AXE HEAD: Ca. 800 - 500 BCA Celtic bronze axe head with a hollow socketing shaft surmounted on top with a narrow loop. The elongated blade features a tapered head that culminates in a sharpened edge and a smoot](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333779/180461152_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718893652)
![WESTERN ASIATIC BRONZE BATTLE AXE WITH OPEN MOUTH LION: Ca. 1200 - 900 BCA Western Asiatic bronze axe-head with an imposing vertical blade edge extending from a lengthy neck embellished with an open mouth lion. The cylindrical socketing shaft is adorned wi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333779/180321413_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718727244)
![SUPERB BACTRIAN BRONZE AXE WITH AN ANIMAL: Ca. 2500 - 2000 BCA Bactrian bronze votive axe that would have been placed atop a standard for ceremonial purposes. It has a small, round socket and the back side is adorned with a moulded stylised an](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333779/180321402_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718727244)
![Skeleton Warrior w/ Shield and Spear Bronze Statue: Skeleton Warrior w/ Shield and Spear Bronze Statue An appealing yet eerie sculpture of a skeleton has been named "warrior." The skeleton is seated on a skull and is armed with a shield and sp](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6628/333723/180286134_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718715659)
![LATE BRONZE AGE DAGGER WITH TWISTED HANDLE: Ca. 1200 - 700 BCA European bronze dagger with decorative geometric motifs on both the handle and the ricasso. This dagger also has a decorated pommel. The blade is convex with a prominent mid-rib for](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6054/333779/180461145_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718893652)
![ROMAN LEGIONARIES DAGGER SCABBARD MOUNT: 1st-3rd cent AD. Bronze chappe, the tip mount of vase form pierced with circles and a crescent, suggesting a human face. Abstracted but unmistakable. Just under 1 1/8” in height with mounting lu](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333136/179838668_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718811800)
![Middle Eastern/Iranian Plateau Bronze Spear Heads: Featured in this lot are three ancient bronze javelin spearheads from the Middle East / Iranian Plateau regions circa The Bronze Age (4000-3500 years ago). With prehistoric origins, the ancient Irania](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1746/334032/180488533_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718991319)
![Rare Miniature Luristan Bronze Votive Axes (3): **Originally Listed At $400** Ancient Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A set of 3 petite votive axe heads, each cast from bronze. The largest axe head features a trio of sm](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/334203/180592218_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719015477)
![Luristan Bronze Axe Head Crested Back Ridge: **Originally Listed At $500** Ancient Near East, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A bronze socketed axe head presenting a crested back ridge, a circular socketing hole with a petite protrusion on the en](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/334203/180592212_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719015478)
![FINE VIKING VOTIVE AXE NECKLACE, C.850-1050 AD: Silvered bronze axe, over 1 5/8” height (1.69”), of iconic Viking battle axe form with circular socket flared front and back for stability on the haft. Back swept bearded bit, pierced with](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5584/333136/179838619_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718811800)
![Indian Worrier Throwing a Spear Bronze Statue - Size: 15"L x 23"W x 38"H.: Here is a magnificent, impressive bronze statue of an Indian Worrier Throwing a Spear. The sculpture is cast in the traditional lost-wax method, which highlights the exceptionally fine detail and last](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/8996/333715/180323786_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718823072)
![Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE: Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowhead, 1st-3rd Century CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180516794_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Civilization Near Eastern Bronze Ancient Bronze Tool: Ancient Civilization Near Eastern Bronze Ancient Bronze Tool](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444578_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Luristan Bronze Axe Head, c. 1000-650 BC: This exceptional artifact is an ancient Luristan bronze axe head, dating from approximately 1000-650 BC. This piece highlights the sophisticated metallurgical techniques and artistic craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524342_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Greco-Scythian Battle Axe, Sagaris, c. 600-400 BC: This extraordinary artifact is an ancient Greco-Scythian battle axe, known as a Sagaris, dating from approximately 600-400 BC. Measuring [specific length if known] inches, this piece exemplifies the m](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180524339_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
News about Bronze Weapons & Armor
![Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/178027916_1_x.jpg)
Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze Bodhisattva on Lotus Base tops $400K at Concept Art Gallery
PITTSBURGH — Concept Art Gallery enjoyed a sensational result in its June 8 sale. Estimated at $300-$600, a Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze bodhisattva hammered for $330,000 ($402,600 with buyer’s premium). Complete sale results are available at LiveAuctioneers. The buyer will be hoping they have bought one of the celebrated series of bronzes cast in the imperial […]
![Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/James-Cox-Gallery-June-9-Bill-Reid-cast-bronze.jpg)
Bill Reid Cast Bronze leads our five lots to watch
Bill Reid, ‘Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole)’ Cast Bronze WILLOW, NY – Bill Reid (1920-1998) was a highly celebrated First Nations artist from the Haida tribe in British Columbia. In 1994, he created a limited edition cast bronze titled Killer Whale Spirit (Blowhole) for exclusive distribution to the board members of the Tallix Foundry in Beacon, […]
![A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/169962396_1_x-1.jpg)
A tiny Louis Vuitton trunk, a bronze lobster, and George Washington portraits triumphed at Thomaston Place
THOMASTON, Maine – ‘Correct in detail, material and quality of construction, down to brass hardware, stencilled cloth and monogrammed leather trim’, a miniature Louis Vuitton trunk hammered for $7,500 and sold for $9,375 at Thomaston Place Auction Galleries. Only a handful of these diminutive luggage pieces are known, made at the time either as salesman […]
![Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Aux-at-Showplace-Jan-7-Dylan-Lewis-bronze.webp)
Dylan Lewis bronze leads our five auction highlights
Dylan Lewis Bronze ‘Lioness Standing On Sloped Base, Maquette’, $12,500 NEW YORK – South African Dylan Lewis (b. 1964-) is widely regarded as a master sculptor of animals, with a particular focus on lions and tigers. He spends a large amount of his time in the wild observing, tracking and sketching animals, which he then […]