IDOL "MASTER OF THE ANIMALS" IN BRONZE
Luristan, circa 8th century B.C.
Tubular Janiforme triple-masked indole with prominent flanks, mastering with its outstretched arms two crested tawny beasts with gaping maws whose curved necks are flanked by a bird's head.
Green patina.
Height: 19.8 cm
Provenance:
Collection X - 4th sale, Mes Boisgirard et de Heeckeren, Hôtel Drouot, Paris, March 30, 1981 : n°8 (ill.)
Private collection of Mr C., Paris
Then by descent to the current owner
A Luristan bronze idol, circa 8th century B.C.
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