Large Luristan Axe Head with a Crouching Predator

Culture: Iran/Luristan

Period: 8th-7th century B.C.

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 20.4 cm x 12 cm

Price: Sold

Ref: 6192

Provenance: Private collection Jacob Acheroff, Paris prior to 1970. With a certificate and statement of provenance by A.M. Kevorkian dated 25 October 1975. Thence Swiss private collection Jean Olivier.

Condition: Wonderful green patina, intact.

Description: Ceremonial axe of halberd type with a sickle-shaped blade originating from a fan palm. On the back of the cylindrical shaft tube a crouching predator, its tail resting on its back. The inside of the blade is ribbed. Mounted.