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Ax of the Palstave Type

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts an Ax of the Palstave Type by an unknown artist. The object is a metal ax head with a long, narrow handle attachment and a wide, curved blade. The metal is dark gray and appears to be weathered or aged, with visible signs of wear and tear. The ax head is positioned horizontally, with the blade facing to the right. The background of the image is a plain light grey color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1500–1200 BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
Irish
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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