Songye Authority Axe - DR Congo

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Has over 25 years' experience in Asian art and owned an art gallery.

Estimate € 550 - € 650

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Description from the seller

- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: SONGYE
- Material: Wood - forged iron - copper nails
- Dimensions (mm): 390x243x50
- Weight (grams): 551
- Shipping method: Colissimo + Insurance

Very beautiful Songye authority axe. In excellent condition. A small flaw at the base of the handle, presumably during its making

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Number of objects

Country of Origin

DR Congo

Period

Early 20th century

Material

Wood - wrought iron - copper nails

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Condition

Excellent condition

Title of artwork

Songye Authority Axe

Height

39 cm

Width

5 cm

Depth

24.3 cm

Weight

551 g

Provenance

Private collection

Authenticity

Original/official

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