W22

Luristan bronze fitting with ram's heads

£135

A solid cast bronze decorative element with three protruding arms terminating in ram's heads with large curved horns. The centre is pierced as are each of the ram's heads, possibly for inlay or the attachment of chains.

Possibly part of a ceremonial staff.

North West Iran, Luristan Culture, c. 1200-800 BC

Intact

Size: 4.5 x 1.4 cms

Ex. private collection, The Netherlands. Acquired 1970's.