Luristan Bronze Libation Bowl bottle while also serving as ritual

while also serving as ritual offerings

The fish (yú) is a visual pun for surplus and alpha wealth

900–1100 AD

The catch plate extends downward

in popular belief

Luristan Bronze Libation Bowl bottle while also serving as ritualAncient Near East, Luristan, c. 1200800 BC, Northwestern Iran This exquisite, finely crafted Luristan bronze libation bowl is a remarkable example of ancient Near Eastern metallurgy. Featuring a smooth, carinated body tapering to a rounded yet stable base, and a slightly everted low rim, demonstrating the superior craftsmanship that set Luristan bronzes apart from their contemporaries. These ritual vessels were likely created for ceremonial use or