Luristan Bronze Axe

An ancient Luristan bronze axe head with a cylindrical shaft and flared blade with a figural scene on the back depicting a seated man embracing a dog with its tail between its legs.

Ca. 1500 - 800 BC.
Length: 5 1/2 in. (13.9 cm).
Formerly in a New York private collection; acquired from Sumer Gallery, 1980s.
Inv#: 7683
Guaranteed Authentic

$5,000

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