Object Description
A Luristan cast bronze spike-butted axe head, featuring a cylindrical shaft-hole with four furrowed ribs terminating at the back with short, thick spikes. The blade extends out from the top of the shaft-hole and springs from the third rib down at the bottom in a downward curve, forming a narrow neck. The upper and lower edge of the blade are strengthened by thickening. Some patination and earthly encrustation remain on the surface.
The axe head is supplied with a custom-made stand.
Date: 1250-650 BC