Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 1250–900/800 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Adze |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 6.46 in. (16.41 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 1250–900/800 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1951 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 1250 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, probably from Luristan |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324164