Bronze Age Sword + spearhead
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Bronze Age bronze weapon lot consisting of two fragments of a grip-zungen sword and a spear tip, in good condition, dating to the Bronze Age with green patina.
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Description from the seller
Bronze Age assemblage – Two fragments of a hilted sword and a spearhead
Culture: Bronze Age
Material: Bronze
Objects: 3 parts
Dating: Bronze Age
Object description
Interesting assemblage of three Bronze Age weapon fragments, consisting of two parts of a hilted sword and a spearhead.
The two fragments of the hilted sword show characteristic constructive features of a Bronze Age weapon. Especially notable are the preserved perforations in the hilt area, which may have served to attach hilt plates or to connect individual components. The surfaces display a pronounced greenish patina, underscoring the historical character of the objects.
The assemblage is complemented by a Bronze Age spearhead with a preserved, tapering tip and widened blade. This object also shows clear, age-related patination.
The three pieces offer an interesting insight into the manufacture and construction of prehistoric weapons. Because of their age, their characteristic forms, and their different states of preservation, they are particularly suited for an archaeological collection or a collection of prehistoric metal objects.
Condition
All three objects are in an age-appropriate, fragmentary or used preservation state. Visible are material losses, irregular break edges, and a natural green patina. The preservation corresponds to the condition shown in the photographs.
Please note the illustrations as an essential part of the condition description.
Provenance
Purchased at a gallery in Vienna.
From a former private collection (ex N. Slg Vienna), acquired on the Vienna art market in the 1990s.
Scope of delivery
* Two fragments of a Bronze Age hilted sword
* A Bronze Age spearhead
Total: 3 objects
An interesting assemblage for collectors of prehistoric weapons and Bronze Age metal artifacts.
Sale only within the European Union.
Bronze Age assemblage – Two fragments of a hilted sword and a spearhead
Culture: Bronze Age
Material: Bronze
Objects: 3 parts
Dating: Bronze Age
Object description
Interesting assemblage of three Bronze Age weapon fragments, consisting of two parts of a hilted sword and a spearhead.
The two fragments of the hilted sword show characteristic constructive features of a Bronze Age weapon. Especially notable are the preserved perforations in the hilt area, which may have served to attach hilt plates or to connect individual components. The surfaces display a pronounced greenish patina, underscoring the historical character of the objects.
The assemblage is complemented by a Bronze Age spearhead with a preserved, tapering tip and widened blade. This object also shows clear, age-related patination.
The three pieces offer an interesting insight into the manufacture and construction of prehistoric weapons. Because of their age, their characteristic forms, and their different states of preservation, they are particularly suited for an archaeological collection or a collection of prehistoric metal objects.
Condition
All three objects are in an age-appropriate, fragmentary or used preservation state. Visible are material losses, irregular break edges, and a natural green patina. The preservation corresponds to the condition shown in the photographs.
Please note the illustrations as an essential part of the condition description.
Provenance
Purchased at a gallery in Vienna.
From a former private collection (ex N. Slg Vienna), acquired on the Vienna art market in the 1990s.
Scope of delivery
* Two fragments of a Bronze Age hilted sword
* A Bronze Age spearhead
Total: 3 objects
An interesting assemblage for collectors of prehistoric weapons and Bronze Age metal artifacts.
Sale only within the European Union.
Details
Culture
Bronze Age
Century/timeframe
mittlere nordische Bronzezeit, Periode III (Montelius) bzw. späte Bronzezeit, Bronzezeit D-Hallstatt
Name of object
Sword + spearhead
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Austria
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
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.
