c. 2000-1000 BC, Amlash culture. Rare bronze axe with crescentic-shaped blade, narrow cheek, round socket, and elongated flanges; a cast animal projects from the flanges. The Amlash culture refers to an assortment of historic materials and periods in Northern Iran, enduring for many centuries. This beautiful axe is may have been used for sacrifices or in battle. Good condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:100mm / W:140mm ; 495g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1970s.