Nice coin & thanks for brilliant packing as well as quick delivery
View translationLuristan Bronze Spearhead
No. 88365347
A finely cast Luristan bronze spearhead. The piece features a lanceolate blade with round, sloping shoulders that tapers to a point however; the tip has been chipped off and is now missing. A slightly flattened midrib leads to a flared stem and a flat tang. An attractive green and blue patina and earthly encrustations to the surface. Signs of wear as consistent with its age, including chips to the edges of the blade, the missing point of the blade, and two points to the edge of the blade where the bronze has been folded over.
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. Due to the nomadic nature of the tribes, none of the Luristan bronzes were of great size, since it was required for them to be light and portable. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Everyday objects are also found including pins and bracelets. Their artwork mainly comprises ornaments, vessels and weapons. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Luristan bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: (circa) L 33.2cm x W 4.7cm
Provenance: Ex. London Collection, formed between 1990 - present.
Seller's Story
A finely cast Luristan bronze spearhead. The piece features a lanceolate blade with round, sloping shoulders that tapers to a point however; the tip has been chipped off and is now missing. A slightly flattened midrib leads to a flared stem and a flat tang. An attractive green and blue patina and earthly encrustations to the surface. Signs of wear as consistent with its age, including chips to the edges of the blade, the missing point of the blade, and two points to the edge of the blade where the bronze has been folded over.
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. Due to the nomadic nature of the tribes, none of the Luristan bronzes were of great size, since it was required for them to be light and portable. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Everyday objects are also found including pins and bracelets. Their artwork mainly comprises ornaments, vessels and weapons. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Luristan bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: (circa) L 33.2cm x W 4.7cm
Provenance: Ex. London Collection, formed between 1990 - present.
Seller's Story
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livraison rapide et objet conforme à la photo
View translationWell received: thank you very much!
View translationThank you for the fast delivery! The object is great! I‘m very happy! Regards Marcel
View translationMagnifique et rare objet song, avec certificat d'authenticité, très bien protégé, envoi rapide. Merci beaucoup !
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View translationProdusul este foarte bun, la fel si pretul de achixitie. In schimb fotmalitatile vamale in Romania sunt complicate.
View translationnice pieces, thank you!
View translationAmazing pieces of art
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.
View translationbien arrivé, bien emballé, conforme. petits formats
View translationPrachtig flesje. Zorgvuldig Verzonden.
View translationVielen Dank, Wunderschöne Objekte, Professionell verpackt und gut Geschützt. Super schnelle Lieferung. Ich bin sehr zufrieden.
View translationParfait! Merci...
View translationExtremely quick delivery and the objects were sent together.
View translationVenditore super veloce nella spedizione. Qualche problema logistico con il corriere FedEx ma fortunatamente tutto è andato bene. Merce favolosa come da aspettative
View translationGod quality. Fast delivery
View translationPrachtig flesje. Zorgvuldig Verzonden met duidelijke papieren.
View translationLa montre avait un problème avec la date. Maintenant ça marche. Après c'est plus beau en photo qu'en vrai.
View translationCumplió muy bien con las expectativas esperadas , lo que no ha llegado es la tarjeta de la garantía que indica el catálogo. Espero respuesta gracias
View translationMerci au vendeur pour la livraison rapide et bien emballé.
View translationExcelent. very very good,very recommened+++++:)
View translationEverything was ok with the Roman collar. It was a present and my friend was delightful with it. The only thing is the IMPORT TAXES from UK to Spain. This affected to final price and the delivery time.
View translationperfect, even better than in picture
View translationAlways perfect.
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Nice coin & thanks for brilliant packing as well as quick delivery
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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.