BBCNEWS Epic Iran September 12, 2021 04:41:00
Religion of iran. there's a variety of materials, of course, ranging from ceramics to metal—work, to gold. and objects are engraved or carved out of stone and glass, as well, of course. we have very complicated bronze castings — and those testify to the skill of the craftsmen at that very, very early date. and that's apparent, i think, all the way through the exhibition. you'll see three axes, for example, dating from around 2500 bc.