Bronze Age Bronze Arrowhead (No reserve price)






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A fine Bronze Age bronze arrowhead featuring a triangular blade with a subtly raised midrib and a narrow tang. The base of the blade display two notches which create downward-pointing barbs with curved outer edges. Patination and earthly encrustations to the surface, alongside some minor scratches.
In ancient times a number of nomadic populations, such as the Medes and the Kassites, settled in the Western Asiatic area. Due to the nomadic nature of the tribes, none of the bronzes were of great size, since it was required for them to be light and portable. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Everyday objects are also found including pins and bracelets. Their artwork mainly comprises ornaments, vessels and weapons. Archaeological evidence suggests that the bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: L 9.6cm x W 2.3cm
Provenance: Ex. London Collection, formed between 1990 - present.
Seller's Story
A fine Bronze Age bronze arrowhead featuring a triangular blade with a subtly raised midrib and a narrow tang. The base of the blade display two notches which create downward-pointing barbs with curved outer edges. Patination and earthly encrustations to the surface, alongside some minor scratches.
In ancient times a number of nomadic populations, such as the Medes and the Kassites, settled in the Western Asiatic area. Due to the nomadic nature of the tribes, none of the bronzes were of great size, since it was required for them to be light and portable. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Everyday objects are also found including pins and bracelets. Their artwork mainly comprises ornaments, vessels and weapons. Archaeological evidence suggests that the bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: L 9.6cm x W 2.3cm
Provenance: Ex. London Collection, formed between 1990 - present.
