Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 2300–2000 B.C.
Axe or mace head is a metalwork-implements of Hattian origin created in ca. 2300–2000 B.C. using bronze measuring 3.25 x 2.75 in. (8.26 x 6.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 3.25 x 2.75 in. (8.26 x 6.99 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1955 |
| Date | ca. 2300–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hattian culture, dating from the Early Bronze Age III period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Central Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Axe or mace head?
Axe or mace head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Axe or mace head created?
Axe or mace head dates to ca. 2300–2000 B.C..
What material is Axe or mace head made from?
Axe or mace head is crafted from bronze.
Is Axe or mace head in the public domain?
Axe or mace head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026