Anthropomorphic form (possibly axe)
Life Story
Although objects like this have been termed “axes” they were for ceremonial purposes only. There is no actual sharpened edge but the ends of the arms and feet are thinner and tapered. The pattern of regular short lines was made by careful hammering. This particular object is not readily recognised as anthropomorphic, but similar objects of this type found in the Ganges Valley have more elongated “legs” and are of a more distinct human shape.
Description taken from the ‘Art From The Indian Sub-Continent In The Sainsbury Centre’ (Margaret A. Willey 1995 )
Provenance
Acquired 1984
Not on display
Title/Description: Anthropomorphic form (possibly axe)
Born: 2500 c. BC - 1500 c. BC
Materials: Copper
Measurements: h. 235 x w. 366 x d. 13 mm
Accession Number: 880
Historic Period: 3rd millennium BC, 2nd millennium BC
Production Place: Asia, Ganges valley, India