Axehead Collection

Axe, 1935/1942. Creator: Hal Blakeley
Axe, 1935/1942

Flint axe heads (stone)
BAL1691 Flint axe heads (stone) by Paleolithic; British Museum, London, UK; out of copyright

Axe-Head, 1923. One of a series of WD & HO Wills Cigarette Cards called Lucky Charms, (Bristol and London, 1923)

Bronze axe head with modern shaft, from Luxembourg

Soldier Wielding a Weapon, Seen from Behind, 1764. Creator: Matthias Pfenninger
Soldier Wielding a Weapon, Seen from Behind, 1764

Battle scene with a man about to be stabbed with a sword at lower right, 1730. Creator: Jan Caspar Philips
Battle scene with a man about to be stabbed with a sword at lower right, 1730

Broad Axe Head, 1938. Creator: Herman O. Stroh
Broad Axe Head, 1938

Fragment of a Hacha, c. A. D. 800. Creator: Unknown
Fragment of a Hacha, c. A.D. 800

Processional Axe, Europe, 19th century (?) in 16th century style. Creator: Unknown
Processional Axe, Europe, 19th century (?) in 16th century style

Horsemans Axe, Western Europe, 1600 / 1700. Creator: Unknown
Horsemans Axe, Western Europe, 1600/1700

Fighting Axe, Switzerland, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Fighting Axe, Switzerland, 18th century

Coffee Cup, Saucer, and Tray, Sevres, 1761. Creator
Coffee Cup, Saucer, and Tray, Sevres, 1761

Foot Soldiers Axe, Northern Europe, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Foot Soldiers Axe, Northern Europe, 18th/19th century

Broad Axe, c. 1939. Creator: Paul Poffinbarger
Broad Axe, c. 1939

Shingle Knife, 1938. Creator: Alfonso Moreno
Shingle Knife, 1938

Tomahawk, c. 1939. Creator: George E. Rhone
Tomahawk, c. 1939

Socketed axehead (fu) with figures, Possibly Western Zhou dynasty, ca. 1050-770 BCE

Axe blade with four spikes, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC
BOO178061 Axe blade with four spikes, from Lorestan, Iran, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC (bronze) by Elamite, (4000-650 BC); length: 20.8 cm; National Museum of Iran, Tehran

Weapons (iron)
GIA740689 Weapons (iron) by Viking; Historiska Museet, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: 9th-12th Centuries.); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright

Flint Weapon, 1797 (w / c on paper)
XCF307309 Flint Weapon, 1797 (w/c on paper) by Underwood, Thomas Richard (1772-1836); Private Collection; (add.info.: from the second volume of Specimins of British Minerals)

The Kunz Axe, Olmec, possibly from Oaxaca, Mexico (jade)
XBP351801 The Kunz Axe, Olmec, possibly from Oaxaca, Mexico (jade) by Pre-Columbian; height: 27.3 cm; American Museum of Natural History, New York

The Vision (Picturesque Beauties of Boswell, Part the Second), May 15, 1786

A man from the Warramunga tribe making a stone axe head, Australia, 1922. Artist: Spencer and Gillen
A man from the Warramunga tribe making a stone axe head, Australia, 1922. The man is chipping a block of diorite by means of a small lump of hard quartzite

Bronze Axe, Bronze Age, Yorkshire, c1800BC-1600 BC

Bronze Flanged Axe from a hoard at Arreton Down, Isle of Wight, c1600BC-1400BC
Bronze Flanged Axe from a hoard at Arreton Down, Isle of Wight c1600BC-1400BC

Celtic Axehead, 6th century
Celtic Iron Age axehead with horseman decoration, from cremation burial no. 641 in Hallstatt, Austria, 6th century

Ritual axe-head in the shape of a leopard from Crete, now in the Archaeological Museum in Heracleion

Chinese bronze axe-head, 11th century BC
Early Chou dynasty Chinese bronze axe-head from the Victoria and Albert Museums collections collection, 11th century BC

Early bronze age axeheads
Bronze axeheads Early bronze age 3rd millennium BCE

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"Axehead: A Journey Through Time and Warfare" Step back in time to the era of flint axe heads, where stone was meticulously crafted into a powerful tool. Witness the evolution of weaponry with "Axe-Head, 1923, " showcasing a bronze axe head that symbolizes strength and resilience. Immerse yourself in history as you encounter "Soldier Wielding a Weapon, Seen from Behind, 1764. " Created by Matthias Pfenninger, this artwork captures the intensity of battle and the determination of warriors throughout centuries. Feel your heart race as you witness a gripping scene unfold in "Battle scene with a man about to be stabbed with a sword at lower right, 1730" by Jan Caspar Philips. This masterpiece portrays the brutal reality faced by soldiers on the battlefield. Marvel at craftsmanship in "Broad Axe Head, 1938" by Herman O. Stroh. The precision and detail put into creating this broad axe head is truly remarkable – an ode to human ingenuity. Discover ancient civilizations through artifacts like "Fragment of a Hacha, c. A. D. 800. " Crafted by unknown hands, this relic offers glimpses into forgotten cultures and their mastery over metalwork. Witness religious processions come alive with the enigmatic beauty of "Processional Axe, " possibly from Europe's 19th century but reflecting intricate designs reminiscent of the 16th century. Its creator remains shrouded in mystery yet leaves us captivated by their artistry. Unleash your imagination upon encountering weapons such as "Horsemans Axe, " originating from Western Europe between the years 1600-1700. Though its creator may remain anonymous, their creation speaks volumes about warfare during that period. Experience Swiss craftsmanship firsthand through an exquisite piece called "Fighting Axe, " dating back to Switzerland's vibrant history in the 18th century. Despite anonymity surrounding its maker's identity today, their skill and dedication are evident.