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Pair of Neolithic Black Basalt Axe Heads, Great Britain Circa 2200 BC

$1,850
£1,429.45
€1,652.57
CA$2,614.18
A$2,931.98
CHF 1,535.43
MX$35,626.43
NOK 19,497.43
SEK 18,484.94
DKK 12,335.60

About the Item

Two Black Basalt carved and polished Neolithic axe heads mounted on steel bases. These wonderful ancient objects are a testament to the artisans who created them, with the edges still sharp after 4000 years. These are beautiful and evocative pieces of sculpture. 6 inches high 3 wide the larger Provenance: Ex Collection Frances Pratt, Writer, Artist, Collector. New York City.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Primitive (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2200 BC
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Stamford, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803041379132

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