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LOT 8

Lot 8

Papua New Guinea Stone Adze Axe, Lowland Rainforest, Asmat Regency, Brazza River, mid 20th century

Papua New Guinea Stone Adze Axe, Lowland Rainforest, Asmat Regency, Brazza River, mid 20th century
Lot 8 Details
Papua New Guinea Stone Adze Axe, Lowland Rainforest, Asmat Regency, Brazza River, mid 20th century

with rattan-bound slate head to hardwood haft
28 in — 71.1 cm, length 13.75 in — 34.9 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $37.50
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Papua New Guinea Stone Adze Axe, Lowland Rainforest, Asmat Regency, Brazza River, mid 20th century
  • Papua New Guinea Stone Adze Axe, Lowland Rainforest, Asmat Regency, Brazza River, mid 20th century
Provenance:

Dr. George P. Holland;
Private Collection, Ottawa

Note:

By direct descent from the family of Dr. George P. Holland, noted Entomologist and former Director of the Entomology Research Institute with the Canadian Department of Agriculture. Dr. Holland obtained this during a five-month scientific expedition to Papua New Guinea in 1957. Dr. Holland was also awarded the distinction of Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor wear to rattan and blade and dry cracks to haft.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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