Urartu Shield Boss
9th-6th century BC. A bronze shield facing with carinated conical centre, concentric bands of repoussé geometric motifs, triple pointillé border with four pairs of piercings for attachment to the board; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.6 kg total, 44cm including stand (17 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the UK art market after 2000; formerly with a London gallery; previously acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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9th-6th century BC. A bronze shield facing with carinated conical centre, concentric bands of repoussé geometric motifs, triple pointillé border with four pairs of piercings for attachment to the board; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.6 kg total, 44cm including stand (17 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the UK art market after 2000; formerly with a London gallery; previously acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.