Advanced Search 
Axe
Nubian
Kerma
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, Tell I, Trench 2, Rm. A, 30 above alluvial stratum
Medium/Technique
Marble
Dimensions
Overall: 9.9 x 7 x 1.5 cm (3 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.4041
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsWarfare, hunting, fishing – Axes, maces, clubs
DescriptionThis axe-head has one side grooved to receive the handle and two holes for binding. The marble is cream-colored.
ProvenanceFrom Kerma, Tell I , Trench 2, Room A, about 30 cm. above alluvial stratum. 1913: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.