Near Eastern Bronze Shield boss - 15 cm
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Near Eastern bronze shield boss dating to the 9th–6th centuries BC, with a resonant centre, 15 cm in diameter and 15 cm in height, and including a stand.
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Near East. Shield boss with resonant center (9th-6th centuries BC). Bronze. Diameter 15 cm. Includes stand.
Shield boss from antiquity, originating in the Near East and dated to the 9th–6th centuries BCE. Made of bronze, it has a diameter of 15 cm.
The bronzes of Luristan are one of the most impressive facets of the Persian Empire, their mastery and variety, as well as the good condition in which they have arrived, have made them one of the archaeological evidences of this culture. They are called Luristan bronzes because it is there where large quantities have been found, made in the Iron Age, and assimilated safely with the Persian Empire. The typologies are very varied, from weapons, tools, horse fittings, etc. As they were transhumant people, the pieces are not very heavy.
Provenance: Ex private collection (Munich, Germany; 1990s).
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Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
Near East. Shield boss with resonant center (9th-6th centuries BC). Bronze. Diameter 15 cm. Includes stand.
Shield boss from antiquity, originating in the Near East and dated to the 9th–6th centuries BCE. Made of bronze, it has a diameter of 15 cm.
The bronzes of Luristan are one of the most impressive facets of the Persian Empire, their mastery and variety, as well as the good condition in which they have arrived, have made them one of the archaeological evidences of this culture. They are called Luristan bronzes because it is there where large quantities have been found, made in the Iron Age, and assimilated safely with the Persian Empire. The typologies are very varied, from weapons, tools, horse fittings, etc. As they were transhumant people, the pieces are not very heavy.
Provenance: Ex private collection (Munich, Germany; 1990s).
The Supplier warrants that he obtained this lot legally. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Important: For destinations out of Spanish territory: all our objects will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks.
Details
Culture
Near Eastern
Century/ Timeframe
9th-6th centuries BC
Name of object
Shield boss
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
15 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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