Luristan Bronze Spearhead with Rat-Tail Tang

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Object Description

A fine Luristan bronze spearhead featuring an ovate blade with a rectangular midrib running down the centre, tapering at the point. The blade slopes into rounded shoulders leading to a square shaft with flaring corners. The spearhead then narrows into a short tang ending with a slight angled bend. This ‘rat-tail’ construction inserted into a wooden shaft reduced further splitting upon use.

Date: 1800-600 BC

Object Condition

Very fine condition, beautiful green patination to the surface.

Object Details

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  • dimensions
    H:43.7 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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