Luristan Bronze Socketed Spearhead

Object Description

A fine Luristan cast bronze spearhead featuring a small, ovate blade with slightly angular terminals. The blade features a pronounced pointed midrib accentuated by an incised line on either side. The cylindrical socket used to fit the spearhead onto the wooden shaft becomes wider towards the bottom and has a pronounced lip at the base. The seam where the sheet of bronze was folded is visible down the length of the socket. Near the base of the spearhead, two rivet holes on either side of the seam are visible.

Date: Circa 1800-600 BC

Object History

Ex. collection of a London gentleman, 1990s.

Object Condition

Fine condition. The spearhead is intact and covered with an attractive patination. There are two perforations made in antiquity. The edges of the blade are slightly chipped. The spearhead is fitted onto a custom-made stand.

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