Ceremonial Weapon Ax
Place of OriginChina
Date1000-800 BCE
DynastyWestern Zhou period (approx. 1050-771 BCE)
(not entered)龍首銅鉞 青銅 西周中期
MaterialsBronze; Smooth silvery green patina
DimensionsH. 6 3/4 in x W. 4 1/2 in
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60B1065
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsArms And Armament
On View
Not on view
approx. 1250-1050 BCE
approx. 1300-1050 BCE
approx. 1300-1050 BCE
770-256 BCE
770-256 BCE
approx. 1300-1050 BCE
approx. 1050-950 BCE
approx. 476-300 BCE