Ancient Luristan Bronze Dagger with Goat Head Handle

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Ancient Luristan Bronze Dagger with Goat Head Handle

A striking Luristan-style bronze dagger distinguished by its elongated blade and elaborate sculptural handle. The handle culminates in a finely modeled goat’s head, creating an unusual transition from the functional form of the weapon to a distinctly figurative decorative element. The animal’s head is compact and highly stylized, with the features reduced into bold, clearly defined forms. The bronze surface has developed a characteristic aged appearance, emphasizing the object’s antiquity and sculptural quality. Its combination of a slender blade, decorative handle, and animal-form finial gives the dagger a particularly distinctive silhouette.