Papua new Guinea Presentation Axe Oceanic Asian Tribal Art

Large Exquisitely crafted Oceanic Presentation Axe Papua New Guinea. Eastern Highlands Wahgi Valley Mount Hagen region. Woven rattan, bicoloured in geometric patterns; the wooden handle attached at an angle with a slate blade.

This is a ceremonial axe, a type of axe used mainly as store of wealth and at important rituals. A beautiful object for collection or Art display. Size x 70 x 52 4 cm.

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