Description
A cast bronze axe head with a cylindrical socketing shaft, a tapered spike on the back end, and a horizontal axe blade on the front.
For similar see: Nikolaus Boroffka, Simple technology. Casting moulds for axe-heads. In: Tobias L. Kienlin, Ben Roberts (ed.), Metals and society. Studies in honour of Barbara S. Ottaway.
Universitätsforschungen zur Prähistorischen Archäologie 169. Vertag
Dr. Rudolf Habelt GmbH (Bonn 2009), pp. 246-257, n. 1-2.
REFERENCE #
WP_PR_1115
CIVILIZATION
Canaanite, 1200 B.C.E. – 800 B.C.E.
Time of the Israelite Kingdom
SIZE
L. 20 cm
CONDITION
Fine condition
PRICE
$2500
Frequently Asked Questions
The axe head is made of cast bronze and features a cylindrical socketing shaft, a tapered spike on the back end, and a horizontal axe blade on the front. This design reflects the technology used during the Canaanite period.
This axe head originates from the Canaanite civilization, dating between 1200 B.C.E. and 800 B.C.E., which corresponds to the time of the Israelite Kingdom.
The axe head measures 20 cm in length and is described as being in fine condition, indicating it has been well preserved over time.
For more information on similar axe heads, you can refer to Nikolaus Boroffka's work titled 'Simple technology. Casting moulds for axe-heads' in the book 'Metals and society,' edited by Tobias L. Kienlin and Ben Roberts, published in 2009.
The cast bronze axe head is priced at $2500, reflecting its historical significance and fine condition.
The reference number for this cast bronze axe head is WP_PR_1115, which can be used for cataloging or inquiry purposes.
