VIKING AGE IRON AXE HEAD
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Ca. 900-1100 AD.An iron axe head featuring a curved cutting edge that extends below the width of the butt. The curvature of the cutting edge enables versatile cutting techniques, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the axe. By extending below the width of the butt, the cutting edge allows for deeper and more impactful strikes, facilitating the penetration of materials and maximizing the force applied. The blade tapers towards a butt with a rectangular-shaped protrusion emerging from the rear of the shaft. This protrusion may have served as a hammer, enabling the user to perform various tasks such as driving in nails, shaping metal, or delivering blunt-force blows. This multifunctional aspect of the axe head further enhances its practicality and versatility. RESTORED Size: L:95mm / W:165mm ; 400g Provenance: Private Oxfordshire collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections.
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VIKING AGE IRON AXE HEAD
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