Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. late 3rd or early 1st millennium B.C.Minature axe head is a metalwork-implements of Iran origin created in ca. late 3rd or early 1st millennium B.C. using bronze measuring 1.3 x 1.89 in. (3.3 x 4.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1.3 x 1.89 in. (3.3 x 4.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Date | ca. late 3rd or early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture. The estimated date range is 2250 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran, Luristan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Minature axe head?
Minature axe head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Minature axe head created?
Minature axe head dates to ca. late 3rd or early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Minature axe head made from?
Minature axe head is crafted from bronze.
Is Minature axe head in the public domain?
Minature axe head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026