Luristan Collection

Decorated Tube, between c.1000 and c.650 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Decorated Tube, between c.1000 and c.650 B.C

Disk, between c.1000 and c.650 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Disk, between c.1000 and c.650 B.C

Figure of a Man with Horns, 1000-650 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Figure of a Man with Horns, 1000-650 B.C

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)

Master of animals finial, 1000-600 BC (bronze)
1216462 Master of animals finial, 1000-600 BC (bronze) by Iranian School; 19.5x9 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Luristan Anthropomorphic, master of animals type)

Decorated Bronze Vessel, 900-700 BC (bronze)
499521 Decorated Bronze Vessel, 900-700 BC (bronze) by Iranian School; d:5.9 overall:13 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info)

Ibex Whetstone Handle, 1100-900 BC (cast bronze)
499632 Ibex Whetstone Handle, 1100-900 BC (cast bronze) by Iranian School; 22.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: For millennia)

Horse Bit Cheekpiece, c. 700 BC (cast & incised bronze)
499543 Horse Bit Cheekpiece, c.700 BC (cast & incised bronze) by Iranian School; 14.9x21.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Three figure cheekpieces like this one are extremely rare)

Winged Ibex Horse Bit, 800-600 BC (bronze, cast and incised)
499943 Winged Ibex Horse Bit, 800-600 BC (bronze, cast and incised) by Iranian School; w:23.60 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund; Iranian, out of copyright

Hero and Animal Combat Beaker, 900-700 BC (repousse, engraved silver)
499577 Hero and Animal Combat Beaker, 900-700 BC (repousse, engraved silver) by Iranian School; h:10.1 d:7.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift of K. Rabenou; Iranian, out of copyright

Votive Pin with Decorated Disc, 800-600 BC (repousse & incised silver)
499568 Votive Pin with Decorated Disc, 800-600 BC (repousse & incised silver) by Iranian School; 35.1x15.9x1.7 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Axe blade with four spikes, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC
BOO178061 Axe blade with four spikes, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC (bronze) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); length: 20.8 cm; National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Bronze Lion Finial, 9th-8th century BC (bronze)
615773 Bronze Lion Finial, 9th-8th century BC (bronze) by Egyptian; 10.1x4.5x1.5 cm; Freud Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Bronze Luristan animal finial of two standing lions facing each other)

Axe blade depicting an archer, possibly from Lorestan, Iran
BOO178057 Axe blade depicting an archer, possibly from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC (bronze) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); length: 26.5 cm; Reza Abbasi Museum, Tehran

Horse bits decorated with two ibexes, from Lorestan, Iran, 8th-7th century BC (bronze)
XIR185179 Horse bits decorated with two ibexes, from Lorestan, Iran, 8th-7th century BC (bronze) by Neo-Elamite Period (c.1000-539 BC); Louvre, Paris

Swords and daggers, from Lorestan, Iran, 2000-early 1000 BC (bronze)
BOO180387 Swords and daggers, from Lorestan, Iran, 2000-early 1000 BC (bronze) by Elamite, (2nd millennium BC); National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Wind instrument in the form of a robed woman, from Lorestan, Iran
BOO179139 Wind instrument in the form of a robed woman, from Lorestan, Iran, early 1st millennium BC (ceramic) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); height: 26 cm; National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Axe head with animal heads, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC
BOO178060 Axe head with animal heads, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC (bronze) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); length: 11.5 cm; Reza Abbasi Museum, Tehran

Six swords, from Lorestan, Iran, c. 8th-7th century BC (bronze and iron)
BOO180386 Six swords, from Lorestan, Iran, c.8th-7th century BC (bronze and iron) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Weapon heads, from Lorestan, Iran, c. 1000 BC (bronze and iron)
BOO180368 Weapon heads, from Lorestan, Iran, c.1000 BC (bronze and iron) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); National Museum of Iran, Tehran, Iran; (add.info.: lengths range from 3 to 13 cms; ); Iranian

Horse Bit Cheekpiece, c. 700 BC. Creator: Unknown
Horse Bit Cheekpiece, c. 700 BC. Three-figure cheek pieces like this one are extremely rare. They are are elegantly designed, well-cast examples of their kind

Head of a bronze sceptre from Luristan (Persia), from the British Museums collection

Bronze standard finial with two felines, Luristan Culture, from western Iran, c10th-7th century BC. From the British Museums collection

Ibex Standard Finial 700-600 BC Luristan Iran
Ibex Standard Finial, c. 700-600 BC. Luristan, Iran, c. 700-600 BC. Bronze; overall: 13.5 x 9.7 x 1.9 cm (5 5/16 x 3 13/16 x 3/4 in.)

Winged Ibex Horse Bit 800-600 BC Luristan Iran
Winged Ibex Horse Bit, 800-600 BC. Luristan, Iran, 800-600 BC. Bronze, cast and incised; overall: 23.6 cm (9 5/16 in.)

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"Luristan: A Glimpse into Ancient Bronze Art" Step back in time to the ancient region of Luristan, where remarkable bronze artifacts were crafted between 1100-600 BC. Among these treasures is the Axel Shaft Cup, a stunning example of cast bronze from the late 8th century BC. Its intricate design showcases the skill and artistry of Luristani craftsmen. Another masterpiece is the Master of Animals finial, dating back to 1000-600 BC. This captivating bronze sculpture depicts a mythical creature with intertwined animal forms, symbolizing power and dominance over nature. The Decorated Bronze Vessel, created around 900-700 BC, boasts exquisite engravings that tell stories of ancient rituals and beliefs. Its elegant shape and ornate patterns make it an exceptional piece in any collection. Discovering an Ibex Whetstone Handle transports us even further into history, as this cast bronze artifact dates back to 1100-900 BC. The handle's depiction of ibexes reflects their significance in Luristani culture as symbols of agility and strength. Horse Bit Cheekpiece from around 700 BC showcases both casting and incising techniques on its bronze surface. It exemplifies the craftsmanship involved in creating functional yet aesthetically pleasing equestrian equipment during that era. Winged Ibex Horse Bit combines elements from different periods (800-600BC) with its cast and incised design featuring winged ibexes—a testament to cultural continuity across generations. Moving beyond bronzeworks, we encounter a Hero and Animal Combat Beaker made from repousse engraved silver during 900-700BC—an extraordinary blend of artistic expression on precious metal surfaces. A Votive Pin with Decorated Disc reveals intricate details achieved through repousse & incised silverwork during 800-600BC—offering insights into religious practices or personal adornment among ancient Luristan inhabitants.