Luristan Bronze Solid Large and important sword. Very nice patina. 85 cm Large.

Sword - Very nice patina - - VERY LARGE - - same type sale in Christie's for 27. 500 USD - Luristan, western Iran c. 1200 - 800 BC. Bronze 85 cm Large. PROVENANCE: Old private collection, Vaux-le-Penil, France. formed during the 1960-1970. CONDITION: In a good state of preservation, intact. - stand display included- DESCRIPTION: Luristan (or Lorestan) is a province of western Iran in the Zagros Mountains. This area was populated by migrant tribes in the 3rd and 4th millennium BC. An ancient people known as the Kassites, who had no Semitic or Indo-European language, originated in Luristan. In the 2nd millennium BC, the region was invaded and settled by the Iranian Medes, and then by the Persians a millennium later. The rich history and culture of this region has resulted in fascinating artifacts, especially known for their high quality bronze, that would make a fine addition to any collection of ancient art, weapons, and general items. BIBLIOGRAPHY: MAHBOUBIAN, Haushang. Art of Ancient Iran, copper and bronze. 1997. NOTES: - The piece includes authenticity certificate. - The piece includes Spanish Export License. - The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.