LARGE WESTERN ASIATIC BRONZE WHEEL PENDANT

c. 1200 to 800 BC. Western Asiatic, Luristan Culture. A large bronze age wheel pendant comprising circular hoop and crossed spokes. The wheel and its spokes are decorated with numerous applied spheres. A transverse suspension loop attaches at the top of the wheel. In ancient societies, wheel amulets were traditionally connected with good fortune and this piece was probably worn as amulet with the hope of bringing luck to its owner. Good condition; beautiful patina. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1980s; Size: L:110mm / W:87mm ; 130g