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Variety auction featuring pieces priced to move. Wide variety of Asian pieces including Chinese porcelain, stone and metal. Nice old Persian examples. Jewelry just in time for the holidays. Gems, minerals and meteorites. Arms and armour including a large group of ex-Higgins Museum armour parts. This auction's got something for everyone.
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LOT 30:
Philippines Headhunters Axe, circa 1970s
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Start price:
$
125
Estimated price :
$300 - $600
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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sales tax: 7.75%
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Philippines Headhunters Axe, circa 1970s
Oceania, Philippines, Igorot Headhunters axe from the 3rd quarter of the 20th century. Flat wide face with a short rear spike. Socketed to the shaft with a steel covering. Light colored rattan at the top of the shaft and carved to the wood shaft with finger indentations for handling in use. Size 20 1/2" H x 9 1/4" W, blade 4 1/2" W
Igorot or mountaineer in English refers to a large group of multiple ethnic peoples in the mountain region of Northern Luzon. The headhunters or executioners axe is a sharp bladed weapon constructed of hammered steel and found use in carving wood or other daily activities in addition to its namesake.
Condition: Light oxidization, some looseness to the rattan, wear commensurate with age and use.
