2016 - Luristan Bronze Dagger with Integral Handle. Bronze Age, 2nd-1st millennium B.C. Two-edged triangular blade with a thick median rib, crescentic pennannular guard; grip with integral pommel, socket to each face to accept a bone inlay. See Godard, A., Les Bronzes du Luristan, Paris, 1931, pl.VII, no.14, for similar; Khorasani, M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, T bingen, 2006, items 41 and 42. 340 grams, 38.5 cm (15 1/8 in.).

Luristan Bronze Dagger with Integral Handle. Bronze Age, 2nd-1st millennium B.C. Two-edged triangular blade with a thick median rib, crescentic pennannular guard; grip with integral pommel, socket to each face to accept a bone inlay. See Godard, A., Les Bronzes du Luristan, Paris, 1931, pl.VII, no.14, for similar; Khorasani, M.M., Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, T bingen, 2006, items 41 and 42. 340 grams, 38.5 cm (15 1/8 in.). Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. These bronze daggers or dirks, typical of Marlik culture, were cast in a one-piece mould according to Negahban, although in some specimens the penannular guard was cast later into the blade. The separate sets of encircling ribs on the grips are again typical of swords from the Marlik area. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.