Ancient Persia Luristan Bronze Arrow Head, circa 1200 - 800 BC

Ancient Luristan Bronze Arrow Head, circa 1200 - 800 BC.
The leaf-shaped arrowhead features a raised mid rib and a part tang, which was to be inserted into a wooden shaft to form the complete arrow projectile. It showcases a rich green patination and light brown earthly encrustations on the bronze, testament to the objects’ prolonged burial under ground.

Reference: Many archeological records can be referred to, in particular we recommend reading; Cf. Muscarella, O.W. "Bronze and Iron Ancient Near Eastern Artefacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art - New York", 1988. Refer to page 292, figure 410 and 417.

Provenance: Ex Abelita family collection, 1980-2015.