African Arts & Artifacts Auction

August 1823, 2018
Auction begins to close at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 138

Lot 138

Chokwe Axe, Central Africa together with a unidentified axe, Africa

Chokwe Axe, Central Africa together with a unidentified axe, Africa
Lot 138 Details
Chokwe Axe, Central Africa together with a unidentified axe, Africa

former with incised blade to hardwood haft decorated with a snake; the later with incised and painted blade to hardwood haft with geometric design
height 19 in — 48.3 cm; 14.25 in — 36.2 cm

Estimate $200-$400

Realised: $228
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Chokwe Axe, Central Africa together with a unidentified axe, Africa
  • Chokwe Axe, Central Africa together with a unidentified axe, Africa

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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