Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 2000–1500 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Axe head |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 4.02 in. (10.21 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 2000–1500 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1949 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Middle Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 2000 BC – 1500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Western Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324059