In the 1780s, a fisherman in Norway discovered this basalt axe in Fiskum lake. The axe is dated to 2850-2350 BCE, and weighs almost 700 grams. Now housed at the Museum of Cultural History in Oslo, Norway [1638×2048]
by Fuckoff555
In the 1780s, a fisherman in Norway discovered this basalt axe in Fiskum lake. The axe is dated to 2850-2350 BCE, and weighs almost 700 grams. Now housed at the Museum of Cultural History in Oslo, Norway [1638×2048]
by Fuckoff555
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That’s certainly a fine work of art, astounding in fact!
So impressive!
For a visual exploration of the Fiskum Axe and similar Neolithic artifacts, you might find [this video](https://youtu.be/OvaNLXjAim8?si=Xo5zoro_P70R6UkA) insightful
Absolutely gorgeous. Whoever made this was a true craftsman and artist.
What’s with the seam at the top of the top image?
Damn if you told me this was plastic I would’ve believed you given how symmetrical and smooth it looks. Truly a masterpiece piece.
Can someone make this today? Without cnc. Besides, there are mold marks on it, so was it cast from liquid basalt?
the precision