Prehistoric, Iron Age Bronze Iberian votive offer 12'7cm

Former Iberian Bronze / Iberian votive offer. Large and extremely rare male votive offering representing the figure of a dignitary from the Iberian tribes (BATIR) The figure, tall and slim, shows in a stylised way, as usual in Iberian culture, a standing man, dressed in a pointed headdress, a V-shaped torque and a large belt surrounding the waist. The forearms are slightly bent forward in an offering attitude. Chisel marks define details on clothing and face, such as the eyes. Open hands are also represented schematically. The figure ends with a base as a stand. An impressive example of ancient Iberian bronze art. Iberian culture Date: 4th-2nd centuries BC Material: bronze Dimensions: 12'7 cm Condition: Intact, with nice green patina Origin: -From the inheritance of a southern German art dealer acquired in the 1970s. - former Hermann Historica - J. S collection The piece is guaranteed to be authentic by expert appraisers. As well as the legal acquisition of it. It includes: EU export permit issued from Germany + documentation of the piece with colour photography at the request of the buyer. This will be sent by email omitting some data by the LOPD. The seller guarantees that he has purchased this lot legally. Documentation seen by Catawiki.