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LOT 2243
Pre Columbian Jadeite Axehead Group
EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
2 3/4 - 3 3/4 in. (165 grams total, 69-95 mm).
Comprising: one plano-convex in section with reserved scroll detailing; one with scooped blade and pierced block to the rear. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired from older English collections via the UK art market since the mid 1970s.
From the private collection of Peran Dachinger, thence by descent.
From the family collection of a Maida Vale lady, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Bulbous body with flat base and two tall spouts, a wide strap handle between the spouts with two applied frog figurines; a decorative low-relief panel to both sides of the body showing two warriors in combat, one holding the head of a foe and a long club in the other hand, the other wielding a club and a curved axe. 459 grams, 22.5 cm wide
Acquired from older English collections via the UK art market since the mid 1970s. From the private collection of Peran Dachinger, thence by descent. From the family collection of a Maida Vale lady, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
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Drum-shaped body with gently rounded base, everted rim painted with four rows of advancing mice; two pairs of piercings to one side; repaired. 206 grams, 14.5 cm
Acquired from older English collections via the UK art market since the mid 1970s. From the private collection of Peran Dachinger, thence by descent. From the family collection of a Maida Vale lady, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Pre Columbian Jadeite Axehead Group
Early 20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £286
Comprising: one plano-convex in section with reserved scroll detailing; one with scooped blade and pierced block to the rear. 165 grams total, 69-95 mm
Acquired from older English collections via the UK art market since the mid 1970s. From the private collection of Peran Dachinger, thence by descent. From the family collection of a Maida Vale lady, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
