ANCIENT BRONZE SWORD

Western Asiatic/Aegan, ca. 1200-700 BC
A fine example of a two-edged bronze blade with a leaf-shaped design and a small tang providing a secure resting place for the spear shaft. The blade boasts a corrugated midrib that extends to the tip and flares at the shoulder, lending an element of visual drama to its already formidable profile. The blade's design is carefully calibrated to maximize its effectiveness as a spear, with each section of the weapon contributing to its overall performance.
Size: L:395mm / W:80mm ; 385g
Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Estimate: GBP 400 - 600