Middle Eastern Sword or large dagger with an inlaid bronze handle - 39 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 650 - € 800
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Bronze sword or large dagger with an inlaid grip, about 39 cm in length, dating to the 12th–8th century BCE, of Middle Eastern culture, in good condition.
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Description from the seller
The guard has an elaborate form. It was inlaid with a material, probably ivory or bone.
The blade has a lentiform cross-section. The residual patina is a mixture of green and brown. The edge of the blade shows signs of combat.
The overall length of this piece exceeds 39 cm.
Origin information: Belgium, M.A.T.
Earlier provenance history, former private archaeological collection of Hainaut.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed 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.
Translated by Google TranslateThe guard has an elaborate form. It was inlaid with a material, probably ivory or bone.
The blade has a lentiform cross-section. The residual patina is a mixture of green and brown. The edge of the blade shows signs of combat.
The overall length of this piece exceeds 39 cm.
Origin information: Belgium, M.A.T.
Earlier provenance history, former private archaeological collection of Hainaut.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed 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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Culture
Middle Eastern
Century/ Timeframe
12ème / 8ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
Sword or large dagger with an inlaid bronze handle - 39 cm
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
