Turkish · 19th century
Arms & ArmorShafted Weapons19th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Axe |
| Medium | Steel, wood |
| Dimensions | L. 17 3/4 in. (45.1 cm); W. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); Wt. 8.2 oz. (232.5 g) |
| Classification | Shafted Weapons |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 19th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Turkish |
| Date Range | 1801 – 1900 |
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DA
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J(
probably 18th–19th centuryJavelin (Jarid)
S
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BH
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HO
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 30806