Middle East - Mace head - Luristan 1200/800 BCE.
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Bronze head of a mass war hammer from Luristan, dating to 1200–800 BC, 11.3 cm high and 4.7 cm wide, in good condition, with Belgian provenance via Galerie M.S.T. and acquired in 2024; legally obtained with export/licensing arrangements to be organised.
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Bronze mace head from Luristan
Massive bronze hammer head, superbly preserved, tubular shaft, spherical in its upper third.
Adorned with faceted knobs around the bulging head and flanked by grooved circular bands.
Late Bronze Age, 1200–800 BC.
Large size for this type: 11.3 cm high and 4.7 cm wide.
Provenance information: Belgium, M.S.T. Gallery
Previous provenance history, former Belgian private collection acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.
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 TranslateBronze mace head from Luristan
Massive bronze hammer head, superbly preserved, tubular shaft, spherical in its upper third.
Adorned with faceted knobs around the bulging head and flanked by grooved circular bands.
Late Bronze Age, 1200–800 BC.
Large size for this type: 11.3 cm high and 4.7 cm wide.
Provenance information: Belgium, M.S.T. Gallery
Previous provenance history, former Belgian private collection acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.
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 East
Century/timeframe
12ème / 8ème siècle avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Mace head - Luristan 1200/800 BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
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.
