Manche d'aiguisoir, M.C. 8825

Date of production: between -900 and -750 dating in century: 1st millennium bc. Ad type of object(s): archaeology, metal, metal arts, luristan name(s): sharpener materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting place(s) of execution/realization: luristan (province) location of discovery: luristan (province) dimensions - artwork: height: 4cm length: 8. 3cm thickness: 2cm description: on these two handles treated in a comparable manner, the tubular part, provided with holes used to attach a chain or insert a metal rivet holding the stone in place, represents the body of the animal, the front and rear legs, folded, being clearly visible. The horns are ringed and attach to the neck. Mode of acquisition: donation (notarial deed) name of donor, testator, seller: pfister (madame) date of acquisition: 04–12–1958 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 8825. Date: Entre -900 et -750.