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June 0813, 2019
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LOT 322

Lot 322

Luristan Bronze 'Master of Animals' Standard, Western Iran, 8th-7th century B.C.

Luristan Bronze 'Master of Animals' Standard, Western Iran, 8th-7th century B.C.
Lot 322 Details
Luristan Bronze 'Master of Animals' Standard, Western Iran, 8th-7th century B.C.

the sceptre cast in two pieces, the finial with two figures, one atop the other, each flanked by leonine or avian creatures
length 17.25 in — 43.8 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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