Luristan Bronze - Bronze sword with a crescent moon motif and a pommel inlaid in the shape of a disk.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Bronze sword from the ancient Luristan culture, dating to circa 1200–1000 BC, with crescent-shaped side reinforcements, a cylindrical tang with triangular inlays, a disk-shaped pommel, green patina and some crystalline formations, over 32.5 cm in total length, authentic/original and in good condition.
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Description from the seller
Bronze sword from ancient Persia (about 1100 BC).
It comes from the ancient Marlik culture, province of Gilan.
The blade is wide, triangular, with at its base lateral reinforcements in the shape of a crescent.
The fusee is cylindrical with triangular inlays regularly distributed on two registers.
The pommel, in the shape of a flared disk, is adorned with star inlays.
The patina is green with some brown hues and some interesting crystalline formations.
The few nicks on the blade suggest that this sword was used.
The total length of this piece exceeds 32.5 cm.
For more information on similar types, see "Arms and Armor" by Manoucher Khorasani, pp. 59 and 71. An almost identical piece is illustrated in "Bronze and Iron" by Oscar Muscarella, page 102.
Perfectly conserved. A superb example of this type of sword that one can find.
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery.
Previously: former French collection
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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 sword from ancient Persia (about 1100 BC).
It comes from the ancient Marlik culture, province of Gilan.
The blade is wide, triangular, with at its base lateral reinforcements in the shape of a crescent.
The fusee is cylindrical with triangular inlays regularly distributed on two registers.
The pommel, in the shape of a flared disk, is adorned with star inlays.
The patina is green with some brown hues and some interesting crystalline formations.
The few nicks on the blade suggest that this sword was used.
The total length of this piece exceeds 32.5 cm.
For more information on similar types, see "Arms and Armor" by Manoucher Khorasani, pp. 59 and 71. An almost identical piece is illustrated in "Bronze and Iron" by Oscar Muscarella, page 102.
Perfectly conserved. A superb example of this type of sword that one can find.
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery.
Previously: former French collection
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary authorizations, such as an export license. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
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
Luristan
Century/timeframe
1200 /1000 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze sword with a crescent moon motif and a pommel inlaid in the shape of a disk.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2020
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
