Bronze Age - Luristan - Lion's Head Terminal Bronze Belt > Lot No. 636

Description:
Circa 1st millenium BC. A very rare bronze strap belt, the main strap being ornamented with an embossed series of running antelopes, the terminals formed as profile snarling lion's heads with a rosette behind.

Measurements:
280mm diameter; 30mm wide.

Condition:
Fine, with some minor restoration.

References:
Cf. Porada.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £700 - 900 (EUR 840 - 1,070; USD 1,110 - 1,420)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £720