Bronze Age Luristan Bronze Ibex Figurine

This Bronze Age figurine from Luristan, also known as Lorestān, is an exquisite representation of an ibex. Luristan bronzes, which include horse trappings, utensils, weapons, jewelry, belt buckles, and ritual objects, date from approximately 1500–500 BC. These artifacts have been excavated since the late 1920s in the Harsin, Khorramābād, and Alishtar valleys of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran.

The precise origin of Luristan bronzes remains a mystery. Scholars suggest that they may have been crafted by the Cimmerians, a nomadic people from southern Russia who possibly invaded Iran in the 8th century BC, or by related Indo-European groups such as the early Medes and Persians.

Provenance: Ex Danish private collection , collected before 1990.

Dimensions:
Height: 37.6 mm
Width: 27 mm
Depth: 8 mm



This piece is a remarkable example of ancient craftsmanship, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Luristan region.

Bronze Age Luristan Bronze Ibex Figurine

This Bronze Age figurine from Luristan, also known as Lorestān, is an exquisite representation of an ibex. Luristan bronzes, which include horse trappings, utensils, weapons, jewelry, belt buckles, and ritual objects, date from approximately 1500–500 BC. These artifacts have been excavated since the late 1920s in the Harsin, Khorramābād, and Alishtar valleys of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran.

The precise origin of Luristan bronzes remains a mystery. Scholars suggest that they may have been crafted by the Cimmerians, a nomadic people from southern Russia who possibly invaded Iran in the 8th century BC, or by related Indo-European groups such as the early Medes and Persians.

Provenance: Ex Danish private collection , collected before 1990.

Dimensions:
Height: 37.6 mm
Width: 27 mm
Depth: 8 mm



This piece is a remarkable example of ancient craftsmanship, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Luristan region.

Kultur
Levantine - Nærøsten
Name of object
Alder, steinbukk-figur
Århundre / Tidsramme
1500–500 BC
Proveniens
Privat samling
Opprinnelsesland
Levanten
Materiale
Bronse
Tilstand
Veldig god +
Height
37,6 mm
Width
27 mm
Depth
8 mm

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I recently received my new coin for my collection, and I couldn't be happier! Although it got stuck in UK customs for a bit, they eventually realized it wasn't worth holding on to for long. 👍👍

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All is OK, received on time. Perfect items.

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All good with my order, thank you!

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Nice coins lot! Friendly seller

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Nice authentic Byzantine Cross! Friendly seller

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Comme descrition! super ! Tout bien! Je recommande!

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artikel zoals beschreven, goed verpakt, snelle levering, zeer tevreden.

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Supersnel verzonden! Hele aardige bezorger top! En goed ingepakt. Is een heel klein muntje maar ben er heel erg blij mee. Zo aan het einde van het Romeinse Rijk de laatste stuiptrekkingen…….dank……

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Thanks a million for your feedback! I’m happy that you like your new authentic and small beauty piece! Yes, the Marcian is the smallest Roman coin in my collection, but still very beautiful and rare:)

Monnaie très appréciée par les collectionneurs qui s'intéressent à cette période qui continue aujourd'hui à nous interroger.

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Friendly seller and a nice authentic little piece!

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Genuine coin, exactly as described, very well packed. A+

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Giniko

Très content de la recevoir. Très jolie pte pièce. Merci

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Merci beaucoup ! Je suis ravi que la pièce vous plaise. C’est vraiment une petite pièce nette et bien centrée !

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