A bronze axe of simple undecorated form with flattened top. A plain cylindrical shaft and a rectangular blade broadening towards the cutting edge. The whole with light accretions.
NB. Not supplied with stand.
 
Luristan area of Western Persia: Iron-age: Circa 900-700 BC.
 
Condition: Complete and intact; a few areas of ancient corrosion now stable.
Width: 8.7 cms (3.4 ins).
 
For similar types, see item 4; Catalogue of the Ancient Persian Bronzes in the Ashmolean Museum; PRS Moorey.