Luristan - Rigid shank bit - Winged bulls - 1200/800 BC

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Luristan bronze, a rigid-stem bit titled “Mors à tige rigide - Taureaux ailés - 1200/800 av. J.-C.”, well preserved with a smooth green patina and mounted on a plinth.

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Description from the seller

Rigid-stem bit, with psalias depicting winged bovids with human heads, turned to the side. The wings are incised with feathers.
Smooth green patinated bronze. Near East, Luristan, Iron Age II or III, 750-550 BC.
Piece in perfect condition. A very fine example of this type of bit.
Mounted on a plinth

Provenance: Germany, R.T.B. gallery.
Previously: former private collection, Alam Rudabeh, Shiraz.

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All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Rigid-stem bit, with psalias depicting winged bovids with human heads, turned to the side. The wings are incised with feathers.
Smooth green patinated bronze. Near East, Luristan, Iron Age II or III, 750-550 BC.
Piece in perfect condition. A very fine example of this type of bit.
Mounted on a plinth

Provenance: Germany, R.T.B. gallery.
Previously: former private collection, Alam Rudabeh, Shiraz.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Luristan
Century/ Timeframe
1200 à 800 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Rigid shank bit - Winged bulls - 1200/800 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
3954
Objects sold
99.62%
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

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