"Bronze Dagger – Luristan, Iran – Bronze Age – Provenance: Paul Gaudin (1858-1921)"
Bronze dagger from Luristan. The blade is integral with the handle. The round pommel features a hammered star decoration. It measures 32cm in length. This dagger was part of the collection of Paul Gaudin (1858-1921), one of the Louvre's greatest donors. At a time when fakes are rife on the internet, the prestigious provenance of this antique weapon will pique the collector's curiosity.