Luristan Harness Ring

Culture: Iran/Luristan

Period: 10th-9th century B.C.

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 11.2 cm high

Price: Sold

Ref: 6184

Provenance: Private collection Jacob Acheroff, Paris. With a handwritten statement of provenance dated 26 March 1971. Thence Swiss private collection Jean Olivier.

Condition: Intact

Description: Massive solid bronze terret consisting of three intertwined welded rings. On the outer ring sideways of the shoulders a small ibex. The oversized forepaws of the bovine animals embracing all three rings. On top a multiple profiled neck for suspension. Mounted.