Luristan Bronze Nude Male Figure - 63mm height

C. 2nd Millennium BC A bronze Luristan nude male figure, probably a god, standing with legs widespread and clasping his hands over his stomach. He has a beak nose, large eyes, elongated head and wearing a small cap. Small hole to neck otherwise intact with some light earthy surface deposits. Ref: For related examples see: Mahboubian, "Art of Ancient Iran (1997) , pgs: 291-292, 294, 370, 371, 373, 375. Size: 63mm height Provenance; The seller of this lot hereby guarantees that this object was obtained legally. Purchased by the current owner in the UK from O. D. Collection, 1980's-1990's. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days Proud to be BNTA and ADA members and as such abide by their strict code of ethics. All items offered are AUTHENTIC and unconditionally GUARANTEED to be GENUINE.