Lot 48

Luristan Bronze Feline Head c. 1000-650 BC

Estimate: $300 - $500

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A Luristan bronze figure depicting the head of a feline incised with lined decoration, resting on a concave quadrilateral, beautifully patinated, 1000-650 BC, Luristan Region of Ancient Persia. Bronze 2.5 x 2.75 x 1.5 inches, plinth 4 x 3.75 x 2.75 inches. Provenance: from the estate of Leon and Jane Arkus. Leon was the Director of the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, from 1969 to 1980.

Condition

One area with loss at quadrilateral. Plinth with some accretions and chipping. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .

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