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Axel Shaft Cup, Luristan, c. 800-700 BC (bronze, cast)
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Axel Shaft Cup, Luristan, c. 800-700 BC (bronze, cast)
491159 Axel Shaft Cup, Luristan, c.800-700 BC (bronze, cast) by Iranian School; d:8.60 h:7.00 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Luristan, on Irans western frontier, and Markik and Amlash in the north were the sites of flourishing civilizations. However, since this civilization left little in the way of written records, all that we know about them has been guessed from the works of art they fashioned. Luristan, one of the ancient centers of the horsebreeding industry, is best known for its bronze objects, many of them supposed to be horse or chariot trappings. Luristan supplied the Assyrian Empire not only with horses but also the hardware associated with them.
); The Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund; Iranian, out of copyright
Media ID 25214094
© The Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund / Bridgeman Images
Bronze Age C08th C09th Iranian Luristan Axel
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This print showcases the exquisite Axel Shaft Cup, a remarkable artifact from Luristan dating back to the 8th century BC. Crafted by the skilled hands of the Iranian School, this bronze cup stands as a testament to the rich artistic heritage of ancient civilizations. Measuring at 8.60 cm in diameter and 7.00 cm in height, this small but intricately detailed cup is housed within the prestigious Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. Its origins lie in Luristan, an ancient region on Iran's western frontier known for its flourishing civilization and renowned horsebreeding industry. The enigmatic nature of Luristan culture adds an air of mystery to this extraordinary piece. With limited written records available, our understanding of these people relies heavily on their masterful works of art like this Axel Shaft Cup. Many believe that such objects were used as horse or chariot trappings due to their distinctive design elements. Luristan not only supplied horses but also provided essential hardware associated with them to empires like Assyria. This cup symbolizes both functional craftsmanship and aesthetic beauty that transcends time. Through Bridgeman Images' lens and expertly captured by Fine Art Finder, we are granted a glimpse into the past - a window into an era where metalwork was revered and celebrated as an integral part of daily life in ancient Iran's thriving societies during the Bronze Age.
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