Luristan Ibex Basin Leg. 13th-6th century B.C. A bronze basin leg modelled as the forequarters of a standing ibex or goat, hooves resting on a tiered rectangular foot, stylised detailing in the form of notched horns, large ears, mouth, eyes and ribbed collar, with some indication of leg musculature, rounded reverse with square-section column above. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, accession number 32.161.30, for a similar animal figure dated 8th-7th century B.C. 1.4 kg, 19.5 cm high (7 5/8 in.) Acquired between 1980-1990. Property of a London gentleman. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate no.11208-187160. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]

Fine condition.