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Flanged Ax

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dark green and brown metal object with a pointed end and a curved end. The object is long and thin, with a flat, wide end on the right side that curves downward. The left side tapers to a point. The object has a textured surface with various patterns etched into it. The object appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a weathered appearance with visible signs of wear and tear. The background of the image is light gray. The object is titled "Flanged Ax" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1500–1400 BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Irish
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
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