The mystery of the Luristan Bronzes still puzzles archaeologists
Published 7 Jan 2022, 11:39 GMT
Dramatic scenes adorn the sides of beakers, while small nubs appear on the bottom, like this one from circa 1000-800 B.C.
Photograph by Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Akg, AlbumWinged mythical beasts were popular subjects for the metal cheekpieces for horse harnesses, like this one from circa 1000-650 B.C.
Photograph by Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Akg, AlbumThree human figures balance themselves and four goats on a circa 1000-650 B.C. standard.
Photograph by Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Akg, Album