Luristan Bronze Sword

GBP 1,150.00

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Object Description

A fine Luristan sword cast from bronze featuring a triangular blade with a raised midrib. A penannular guard is displayed at the base leading to a square-sectioned hilt decorated with two raised ribs. The hilt is finished with a crescent shaped pommel. Green and blue patination is visible across the whole surface along with earthly encrustation.

Date: Circa 1800 – 600 BC

Object History

Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

Object Condition

Very fine condition, some chipping to the edges of the blade.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:6.8 x H:47 centimeters

Dealer Opening Times

By appointment only.

Dealer Contact

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Dealer Location

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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