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THBAncient Luristan Bronze Finial Abstract Zoomorphs
Lot 89
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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By Artemis Gallery
Mar 9, 2023
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- Lot Description
**Originally Listed At $1000**
Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran and southwestern Turkey, Caspian Sea region, Luristan culture, ca. 1000 to 600 BCE. A wonderful example of a Luristan bronze finial of tubular form with a finial body flanked by a pair of abstract zoomorphic creatures, cast from 3 separate pieces. The base exhibits a baluster-style body with a bell-shaped lower section surmounted by a tubular neck, and a flared rim that holds the hollow rod vertical. The creatures adorning the finial are cast as one piece and fit onto the rod - perhaps abstract lions, each mirrored and rearing towards one another with gaping maws, slender limbs, and streamlined bodies. The entire composition is enveloped with lustrous layers of brown and green patina that imbue the artifact with a gorgeous presentation. Size: 2.2" W x 13.125" H (5.6 cm x 33.3 cm); 13.5" H (34.3 cm) on included custom stand.
Many of these standards were removed from Luristan during the 1800s and early 1900s without proper archaeological excavation; only two have been scientifically excavated. As a result, their true function is unknown. Suggestions for their interpretation have ranged from the religious - depictions of deities, idols, talismans, etc. - to the utilitarian - parts of chariots or used in funerary rituals.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Eli Kounig collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired 1970s
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#170407Small hole in baluster base holding finial, with light abrasions and encrustations, and minor softening to some finer details, otherwise intact and excellent. Old inventory label remains on surface and interior of body. Great green and russet patina throughout.Condition
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