Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene
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Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene
Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene, view 2
Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene, view 3
Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene, view 4
Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene, view 5
Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene
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Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Axe Head With Hunt Scene

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Luristan type, Circa 1st Millennium BC 

Cast bronze shaft hole axe head with a lion and his prey, a deer seated on the terminal edge. Crescent shape blade on other side.  Size 4 3/4 x 3 3/4 inches L + custom presentation base. 

This ornate axe head was intended as a ceremonial or prestige weapon rather than a utilitarian tool.

Provenance: Private collection, bought via London Art Market previously in a 1990s UK collection.

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