African Mossi Tribal Axe on Stand,c1920

1900 - 1920

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Fine quality early 20th century African axe on handmade stand,c1920. Most likely from the Mossi tribal area, Burkina Faso, the axe is of traditional design and form with hand carved wooden shaft and hand forged metal axe head. This is an intricately decorated prestige piece which would be for ceremonial use. The stand is later but was clearly designed as a bespoke piece to display the axe. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: Axe on stand 53cm tall x 35cm wide x 15cm deep, weight 1.4kg.

Physical Dimensions

Height

53cm (20.87")

Width

35cm (13.78")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA964556

Dealers Notes

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Description

Fine quality early 20th century African axe on handmade stand,c1920.

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Most likely from the Mossi tribal area, Burkina Faso, the axe is of traditional design and form with hand carved wooden shaft and hand forged metal axe head.

Curious Antiques

This is an intricately decorated prestige piece which would be for ceremonial use. The stand is later but was clearly designed as a bespoke piece to display the axe. Overall condition is good with no obvious defects. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery, please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: Axe on stand 53cm tall x 35cm wide x 15cm deep, weight 1.4kg.