Luristan 2nd to 1st Millennium BC Bronze
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Luristan bronze spearhead dating to the 2nd–1st Millennium BC, 5.6 cm long with a green patina and an original integral tang, featuring a broad triangular blade and a central reinforcing midrib, acquired in 2025 from a German private collection via Casa de subastas.
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Luristan Bronze Spearhead – 2nd–1st Millennium BC
A finely cast Luristan bronze spearhead featuring a broad triangular blade with pronounced shoulders and a central reinforcing midrib extending from the tip to the socket. The weapon retains its original integral tang, designed for secure hafting onto a wooden shaft. Despite its compact size, the carefully balanced proportions and functional design reflect the advanced bronze-working traditions of ancient Luristan.
Bronze weapons of this type were widely produced by the skilled metalworkers of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran, where they served both practical and symbolic roles. Small spearheads such as this example were commonly employed as light hunting or combat weapons and are characteristic of the flourishing Luristan bronze industry during the late Bronze and early Iron Ages. The surface displays an attractive green archaeological patina together with areas of mineral encrustation accumulated over millennia.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.6 cm length
Weight: 5.7 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. Former German private collection assembled during the 2000’s.
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Luristan Bronze Spearhead – 2nd–1st Millennium BC
A finely cast Luristan bronze spearhead featuring a broad triangular blade with pronounced shoulders and a central reinforcing midrib extending from the tip to the socket. The weapon retains its original integral tang, designed for secure hafting onto a wooden shaft. Despite its compact size, the carefully balanced proportions and functional design reflect the advanced bronze-working traditions of ancient Luristan.
Bronze weapons of this type were widely produced by the skilled metalworkers of the Zagros Mountains in western Iran, where they served both practical and symbolic roles. Small spearheads such as this example were commonly employed as light hunting or combat weapons and are characteristic of the flourishing Luristan bronze industry during the late Bronze and early Iron Ages. The surface displays an attractive green archaeological patina together with areas of mineral encrustation accumulated over millennia.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.6 cm length
Weight: 5.7 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. Former German private collection assembled during the 2000’s.
All items come with CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Luristan 2nd to 1st Millennium BC
Country of origin
Unknown
Century/timeframe
2nd to 1st Millennium BC
Material
Bronze
Acquired from
Auction house
Condition
Fair
Year acquired
2025
Style
Antique
Country acquired from
Germany
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Overall Length
5.6 cm
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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.
