Lot 851
Ornate Axehead in Bronze. Northwestern Iran or Luristan, c. 1100-800 BC. A well cast bronze example having four pointed conical points and reinforcing band on the butt end. Blade is angled and slightly rounded, with semi-crescent underside, and reinforcing ridges along the edges. Raised and flaring ridges within interior of blade and along socket shaft. Intact, with green mottled patina and extensive earthen deposits. Length: 8". A less common type.
Estimated Value $650 - 950.
Cf. Moorey, "Adam Collection," no. 6.
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