Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implements2nd millennium B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleLugged axe
MediumCopper alloy
Dimensions3.43 x 8.62 in. (8.71 x 21.89 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Implements
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Date2nd millennium B.C.
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1963
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

PeriodMiddle–Late Bronze Age
Date Range2000 BC – 1000 BC

Provenance

RegionAnatolia

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325638