Luristan - Bronze herminette axe - 1200/800 BC.
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Description from the seller
Bronze Axe
Luristan, 1200 to 1000 BC
Bronze axe head with a short cylindrical ferrule. The tool features a vertically oriented fan-shaped blade on one side, set at a right angle to the rear horizontal blade, flat on top.
The patina is green with some brownish tones.
Length 13.4 cm - width 3.9 cm
Piece in perfectly preserved condition. A very beautiful example of this type of axe.
Provenance: France, Galerie M.L.N.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen 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 a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the 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.
Translated by Google TranslateBronze Axe
Luristan, 1200 to 1000 BC
Bronze axe head with a short cylindrical ferrule. The tool features a vertically oriented fan-shaped blade on one side, set at a right angle to the rear horizontal blade, flat on top.
The patina is green with some brownish tones.
Length 13.4 cm - width 3.9 cm
Piece in perfectly preserved condition. A very beautiful example of this type of axe.
Provenance: France, Galerie M.L.N.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen 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 a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the 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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Luristan
Century/timeframe
1200 à 800 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze herminette axe - 1200/800 BC.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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.
