Axe

29-44-63

From: United States of America | Southeastern Utah

Curatorial Section: American

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Object Number 29-44-63
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience United States of America | Southeastern Utah
Culture Area Southwest Culture Area
Section American
Materials Stone | Wood | Plant Fiber
Description

Hafted axe made with the head made from stone and the handle made from wood. The head is fully grooved and thins toward the striking edge. The head is roughly chipped in some places and polished in others. The handle is made from a single bent stick wrapped around the axe head twice. The handle is secured in multiple places using plant fiber cords.

Height 35.56 cm
Length 0 cm
Width 10.64 cm
Depth 5.87 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Charles D. Hazzard; subscription of Phebe A. Hearst, 1896

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