N.º 99458348

Idade do Bronze Bronze Spearhead (Sem preço de reserva)
N.º 99458348

Idade do Bronze Bronze Spearhead (Sem preço de reserva)
A Bronze Age bronze spearhead, featuring a triangular blade with square shoulders and a square midrib. A short tang extends from the bottom of the blade. On either side of the central midrib is a pierced hole for a rivet, remnants of which still remain in one of the holes. The midrib is decorated with an incised zig-zag motif. A lovely green patina and earthly encrustations to the surface. Signs of wear as consistent with age such as chips to the edges of the blade, shoulders and tang, some surface pitting, and scratches. A vertical crack runs down the side of the blade, parallel to the midrib.
In ancient times a number of nomadic populations, such as the Medes and the Kassites, settled in the Western Asiatic area. Due to the nomadic nature of the tribes, none of the bronzes were of great size, since it was required for them to be light and portable. Excavated items often included weapons, tools, and finials, as well as small amulets and fittings. Everyday objects are also found including pins and bracelets. Their artwork mainly comprises ornaments, vessels and weapons. Archaeological evidence suggests that the bronze objects often serve ceremonial functions given their funerary contexts.
Measurements: L 25.2cm x W 5.1cm
Provenance: Ex. London Collection, formed between 1990 - present.
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