Stone petaloid ceremonial axe, Taíno culture (11th – 15th centuries), 22 cm.

Utilitarian objects – Various materials (axes and axe handles)

Material:Rocks/Stones |Type:Tools/InstrumentsSculptures/Relief carvingWeapons/Military |Countries:Dominican Republic

  • Period

    Prehispanic period (7th - 15th centuries)

  • Red List

    Red List – Dominican Republic

Category

Utilitarian objects – Various materials (axes and axe handles)
Axes: Made of stone or seashells. May be shaped as human beings, animals or flower petals.

Axe handles: Made of wood, carved in the shape of humans or animals.
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