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Ax Head

1886–1648 BCE

Egypt, Haraga, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12, reign of Senusret III (1878–1839 BCE)–Dynasty 13

Medium
flint
Measurements
Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the British School of Archaeology in Egypt 1915.35
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Location
Not on view
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A flint ax head features a wedge-like silhouette with mottled warm tan and beige marbling. To the right, a flat, straight edge truncates the stone. Moving left, the form tapers into a rounded, jagged point. Deep flake scars and sharp ridges create a rugged, organic texture across the surface. A prominent diagonal crack marks the lower left, while the stone body displays subtle shifts in cream and light brown tones.

Ax Head

1886–1648 BCE

Egypt, Haraga, excavated in 1914, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12, reign of Senusret III (1878–1839 BCE)–Dynasty 13

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