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Hafted Ax

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Hafted Ax by Unknown Artist shows a green metal object with a wide base that tapers to a narrow top. The object has a long, narrow neck at the top and a flared base at the bottom. There are decorative patterns etched into the surface. The patterns include a series of interconnected shapes and lines. A darker green patina covers parts. The object appears to be attached to a metal rod at the bottom. The background is a gradient of brown.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 500 BCE–300 CE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Indonesia (Sulawesi)
Dimensions
225 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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