13th-7th century B.C. A bifacial bronze sceptre head formed as a master of animals, with central cylindrical figure grappling with two beasts, a second humanoid face below, oval-shaped plaque with three projecting horned animal heads; mounted on a custom-made display base. Cf. Godard, F., The Art of Iran, London, 1965, fig.19, for similar. 266 grams total, 18.5 cm high including stand (7 1/4 in.). Acquired 1980s-1990s. Collection of M. Cummings, Lincolnshire, UK. [No Reserve]