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Axe Giokono, New Caledonia
$4,731.46
£3,538.06
€3,950
CA$6,518.76
A$7,109.63
CHF 3,766.20
MX$85,234.33
NOK 47,964.66
SEK 43,860.12
DKK 30,100.57
About the Item
An unusual Ceremonial Axe GIOKONO, New Caledonia, Kanak,
ex collectie-on Cristophe Evers,
brought by Michael Merton,French administrator who bought it back in 1953.
this so called Monstrance Axe is exquisitely crafted,
beautiful, glossy patina from use and shine of the wood and fibers and Jadeite,
exceptional collectors item
- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Schellebelle, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1956340132832
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