Auctions Imperial 2017 May Arms & Armor

A RARE PAPUA NEW GUINEA STONE AXE

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Start price: $150

Estimated price: $300 - $400

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Description

An excellent example of the Mount Hagen type, the deep gray stone head finely hand-ground, the rattan section well-woven in alternating geometrical motifs with characteristic expanded terminal, the haft a naturally-tapering tree branch. With excellent patina. Beginning of the 20th century. Minor chip to cutting edge. Overall length 71.5 cm. Condition I