Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C.
Pickaxe is a metalwork-implements created in ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C. using copper alloy measuring 3.03 x 5 in. (7.7 x 12.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | 3.03 x 5 in. (7.7 x 12.7 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of George D. Pratt, 1932 |
| Date | ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pickaxe?
Pickaxe is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pickaxe created?
Pickaxe dates to ca. mid- to late 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Pickaxe made from?
Pickaxe is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Pickaxe in the public domain?
Pickaxe is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026