Fine Large Songye Axe

Description:

Fine Large Songye Axe, the large cylindrical shaft encased in copper sheets, with a large blade cast in openwork form with five linear segments, four with an abstract face on either side, the center segment with two faces, fine aged patina, lg. 17 in. (43.3 cm).
Estimate $2,000-3,000


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