Idrija Municipal Museum, Prelovčeva 9, SI-5280 Idrija.
Ownership
Public
Owner
Municipality of Idrija, Mestni trg 1, SI-5280 Idrija
Local / Original ID Number
510:IDR;RZ-558
Type of Object
Mine
Description
Short description
The carpenter's axe had a similar appearance as the medieval halberd and is also known as “cimeraka”. The axe has a long handle with a blade.
Measures
Length 80 cm, width 4 cm, height 22.5 cm.
Materials
Iron, wood.
Dating
The time of creation is unknown.
Author / Producer
Manufacturer information is not known.
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Original use
The carpenter’s axe served for more precise processing of larger surfaces of construction elements and hewing round wooden logs into a square shape. Most commonly, the Idrija Mercury Mine used it for processing supporting beams.
Present use
The described object is being preserved, secured and presented as important technical mining heritage of Idrija with exceptional universal values. It is a part of the mining collection of the Idrija Municipal Museum. Visitors can view it within the permanent museum exhibition “Five Centuries of the Mercury Mine and the Town of Idrija”. It can also be used for different types of mercury heritage promotions.
Original location
Idrija surroundings.
Present location
Idrija Municipal Museum, Gewerkenegg Castle (showroom 10).
STATE OF CONSERVATION
History of conservation:
The object was restored in the Goriška Museum workshop. Additional interventions are not necessary. Security of the premises is ensured.
Present state
good
Necessary activities:
Regular seasonal maintenance.
DOCUMENTATION
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