Lot 23 - Two vintage ceremonial axe handles of carved wood with with woven plant fibres decorating the body of the handles, one with band of fur (possibly possum) attributed to makers from the Mt Hagen, Jimni Valley, West Highland region of PNG
Worn on special occasions or used as a form of currency, the stone axe head would be fitted to the end opposite the wide fan-shaped end
[Postage available but may be high due to volume]
Dimensions of handle with two-tone geometric designs
Auction 1034 - Australian and Oceanic Art |
Description
Two vintage ceremonial axe handles of carved wood with with woven plant fibres decorating the body of the handles, one with band of fur (possibly possum) attributed to makers from the Mt Hagen, Jimni Valley, West Highland region of PNG
Worn on special occasions or used as a form of currency, the stone axe head would be fitted to the end opposite the wide fan-shaped end
[Postage available but may be high due to volume]
Dimensions of handle with two-tone geometric designs
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