Luristan Bronze Arrow head
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Bronze spearhead from Greece, associated with ancient Luristan and broader Greek/Near Eastern bronze traditions, dating to the early 1st millennium BCE, approximately 30 × 3.5 cm, with a long narrow leaf-shaped blade, central ridge and tang, and a patinated surface with minor edge losses.
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Ancient Luristan / Greek Bronze Spearhead — Early 1st Millennium BCE
Dimensions: approx. 30 × 3.5 cm
A substantial ancient bronze spearhead dating to the early 1st millennium BCE, associated with the bronze weapon traditions of ancient Luristan and the wider Greek / Near Eastern world.
The spearhead has a long, narrow leaf-shaped blade with a pronounced central ridge and an elongated tang for attachment to a wooden shaft. Its form reflects the practical military design of the period, combining a strong piercing point with a broad cutting edge.
The surface is covered with a naturally aged dark green and brown patina, with areas of mineralisation and encrustation consistent with prolonged burial. Despite its considerable age, the overall form remains clearly defined and visually impressive.
Bronze spearheads of this type were used both as functional weapons and as prestigious martial objects, and comparable forms are known throughout western Iran, Anatolia and the eastern Mediterranean during the early Iron Age.
Culture: Luristan / Greek / Near Eastern
Date: ca. early 1st millennium BCE
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 30 × 3.5 cm
Condition: Ancient surface wear, patination, mineral deposits and minor edge losses consistent with age.
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Ancient Luristan / Greek Bronze Spearhead — Early 1st Millennium BCE
Dimensions: approx. 30 × 3.5 cm
A substantial ancient bronze spearhead dating to the early 1st millennium BCE, associated with the bronze weapon traditions of ancient Luristan and the wider Greek / Near Eastern world.
The spearhead has a long, narrow leaf-shaped blade with a pronounced central ridge and an elongated tang for attachment to a wooden shaft. Its form reflects the practical military design of the period, combining a strong piercing point with a broad cutting edge.
The surface is covered with a naturally aged dark green and brown patina, with areas of mineralisation and encrustation consistent with prolonged burial. Despite its considerable age, the overall form remains clearly defined and visually impressive.
Bronze spearheads of this type were used both as functional weapons and as prestigious martial objects, and comparable forms are known throughout western Iran, Anatolia and the eastern Mediterranean during the early Iron Age.
Culture: Luristan / Greek / Near Eastern
Date: ca. early 1st millennium BCE
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 30 × 3.5 cm
Condition: Ancient surface wear, patination, mineral deposits and minor edge losses consistent with age.
*****
Dear bidders, please note that we do not ship to Switzerland UAE the UK or to countries outside the European Union. If you are located outside the EU and win this lot, the sale will unfortunately have to be cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Enjoy the bidding. oct31
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Luristan
Country of origin
Greece
Century/timeframe
Ancient Luristan / Greek Bronze Spearhead — Early 1st Millennium BCE
Material
Bronze
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Condition
Good
Year acquired
2019
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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.
