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View translationIron Age Bronze Spearhead with Rat-Tail Tang (No Reserve Price)
No. 88281857
A fine Luristan spearhead featuring a leaf-shaped blade and a prominent raised central midrib. The blade features a curved guard which flares and extends out, almost acting as a socket-like structure. From this opening, a 'rat-tail' tang descends, which would have been inserted into a wooden shaft. Signs of wear as consistent with its age, including chips to the surface, the edges of the blade, and the rounded guard. An attractive green patina and earthly encrustations to the surface.
Luristan bronze comes from the province of Lorestan, renowned in antiquity for its sophisticated metal working techniques. In ancient times a number of nomadic populations, such as the Medes and the Kassites, settled in the area. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Early models of spearheads were designed in a flat dagger-like blades with a thin tang which would be used to attach the metal head to a wooden shaft and be tied to the body. Later designs, such as this one, would evolve to provide side support which would allow a more secure attachment to the weapon. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Luristan bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: (circa) L 31.6cm x 2.9cm
Provenance: Ex London Collection, formed between 1990-present.
Seller's Story
N.B: ALL ITEMS WILL BE DISPATCHED VIA PRIVATE COURIER. TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A fine Luristan spearhead featuring a leaf-shaped blade and a prominent raised central midrib. The blade features a curved guard which flares and extends out, almost acting as a socket-like structure. From this opening, a 'rat-tail' tang descends, which would have been inserted into a wooden shaft. Signs of wear as consistent with its age, including chips to the surface, the edges of the blade, and the rounded guard. An attractive green patina and earthly encrustations to the surface.
Luristan bronze comes from the province of Lorestan, renowned in antiquity for its sophisticated metal working techniques. In ancient times a number of nomadic populations, such as the Medes and the Kassites, settled in the area. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Early models of spearheads were designed in a flat dagger-like blades with a thin tang which would be used to attach the metal head to a wooden shaft and be tied to the body. Later designs, such as this one, would evolve to provide side support which would allow a more secure attachment to the weapon. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Luristan bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: (circa) L 31.6cm x 2.9cm
Provenance: Ex London Collection, formed between 1990-present.
Seller's Story
N.B: ALL ITEMS WILL BE DISPATCHED VIA PRIVATE COURIER. TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Culture
Iron Age
Name of object
Spearhead with Rat-Tail Tang
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 1200 - 600 BC
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good
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View translationThe item arrived after a short time, and was packed very good, with a little box to the item itself. Very good experience with the seller.
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View translationOttima ditta: moneta arrivata perfettamente. La busta esterna imbottita, busta interna con tutte le documentazioni. altra busta esterna DDT con tutto quello che concerne la spedizione e l'acquisto.
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View translationMagnifiquement emballé et rapidement reçu. très bel objet d'un ancien temps . Merci
View translation1845 reviews (387 in last 12 months)
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Magnifique et rare objet song, avec certificat d'authenticité, très bien protégé, envoi rapide. Merci beaucoup !
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The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
