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Decorated Bronze Spear from Ancient Persia

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Holy Land: Pre AD 1000   item# 957797

Decorated Bronze Spear from Ancient Persia
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$795 

This is an unusual bronze spear or dagger from ancient Persia (circa 1500 BC). The style is similar to many specimens attributed to the Luristan culture. However, this particular piece has an unusually pronounced guard area, faceted tang, and decorated shaft. The decorations are in the form of linear incisions on the cylindrical portion of the shaft. There is also a prominent midrib in the elegant, leaf-shaped blade. This piece measures 31 cm in length and weighs 190 grams.


Zhou Dynasty Bronze Spear Sackler Collection

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Pre AD 1000   item# 957795

Zhou Dynasty Bronze Spear Sackler Collection
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Sale $1995 

This incredible piece is a large bronze spear from the early Zhou Dynasty (circa 700 BC) of ancient China. It was formerly in the famous collection of Arthur M. Sackler. This piece is in amazing condition for its age and is one of the largest if its type we have ever seen. It measures 27 cm in length and weighs 392 grams. There are no signs of repair or restoration. Don't miss this opportunity to add a rare and provenanced piece to your collection.


Beautiful Ancient Persian Bronze Sword

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Pre AD 1000   item# 957794

Beautiful Ancient Persian Bronze Sword
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$1495 

This is a beautiful bronze sword from ancient Persia (circa 1300 BC). It has a somewhat unique design in the form of a "tiered" blade. There are three separate tiers on the blade. One is an oval shape near the tang, one area is between the oval area and the tip and the third tier is the tip itself. It is a curious design we have not seen previously and would look great in your collection. The end of the tang appears to have been broken at a perforation but the piece is in otherwise exc ...click for details


Shang Dynasty Bronze Spear Sackler Collection

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000   item# 957772

Shang Dynasty Bronze Spear Sackler Collection
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SOLD 

Here is an incredible opportunity to own an authentic Shang Dynasty (1700-1100 BC) spear head from ancient China. This particular piece was formerly in the famed Arthur M. Sackler collection. The auction tag from Christies showing the sale and lot number will remain with the piece. It is solid and stable and has some fantastic crystal formations in the patina. There are mineralized remains of decorations that were tied to the perforations in the blade. There are remnants of wood fibers in the so ...click for details


Ancient Bronze Kohl Bottle with Chain

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Pre AD 1000   item# 957483

Ancient Bronze Kohl Bottle with Chain
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$695 

This is a beautiful little bronze bottle from ancient Persia (circa 1200-900 BC). It was probably a kohl or perfume container that belonged to a wealthy individual. It is decorated around the mouth and along the spine. The chain is original and still intact as is the applicator, making this an extraordinary find. It measures just over 8 cm in height and weighs 136 grams.


Gandharan Gold Repousse Plaque

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Pre AD 1000   item# 957481

Gandharan Gold Repousse Plaque
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$695 

This is an exciting little repousse plaque or pendant found in the city of Gilgit. The city of Gilgit was an important hub along the silk road. The image and decor of the piece appears to be Gandharan but as I am not an expert on that particular culture I could be mistaken in my attribution. This piece measures roughly 2 cm square. It is a magnificent piece for any collection of ancient art or jewelry. Please email if you need any further information or photographs.


Enormous Bronze Age Cauldron Arthur Sackler Collection

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Pre AD 1000   item# 957478

Enormous Bronze Age Cauldron Arthur Sackler Collection
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PRICE REDUCED $2495 

This is a fantastic find from the famed collection of Arthur M Sackler. It is a bronze age cauldron attributed to the Ordos culture. Not only is this amazing piece from the Sackler collection but it was pictured on the front cover of the Christie's auction catalog sale #2202. This is a rare opportunity to own a unique piece with good provenance. It measures approximately 32 cm across the mouth and is roughly 27 cm high. It is very heavy so shipping will be extra. There are older repairs/rest ...click for details


Intricately Carved Architectural Panels 19th Cent China

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Architectural: Decorations: Pre 1900   item# 953064

Intricately Carved Architectural Panels 19th Cent China
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$795 

This is a pair of stunning, carved wood panels from 19th century China. The panels depict several characters in very high relief. The carvings are dark stained wood and the backgrounds are painted red. The photographs certainly do not do justice to these beautiful pieces. They measure 61 cm in length and up to 16 cm in depth.


Mushroom Pommel, Crescent Guard Persian Bronze Sword

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Pre AD 1000   item# 953004

Mushroom Pommel, Crescent Guard Persian Bronze Sword
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$2795 

This is a museum quality example of a very rare word type from the ancient middle East.It has a hollow cast, mushroom shaped pommel and a heavy, crescent shaped guard. The blade is long and heavy with several blood grooves cast into it. There are no signs of repair or restoration to this amazing piece of ancient history. The overall length of this exquisite piece is 55 cm.


Very Rare Persian Bronze Anchor Axe circa 2000 BC

Catalogue: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Pre AD 1000   item# 952999

Very Rare Persian Bronze Anchor Axe circa 2000 BC
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$2495 

This is a fantastic find. It is an early Persian anchor-shaped axe dating to roughly 2200-2000 BC. This piece is stable and solid with only a few losses to the shaft/guard area. This piece weighs 466 grams and measures 12 cm from top to bottom. It is roughly 3 cm thick at the shaft holes. A similar piece in the Axel Guttmann collection sold at auction for over $3000 several years ago. Additional photos available on request. Authenticity is guaranteed.

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