Lunda axe, DR Congo, first half 20th century - Lot 48

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Lunda axe, DR Congo, first half 20th century - Lot 48
Lunda axe, DR Congo, first half 20th century Iron axe attributed to the Lunda people, consisting of a long, slightly tapered wooden handle supporting a transverse iron blade of flared form with curved ends; the attachment area is reinforced by a sculpted piece decorated with geometric motifs incised in a grid pattern and punctuated by metal nails arranged in rows; under the head of the axe appears a small openwork carved element forming a stylized motif; this type of object combines utilitarian function and symbolic value within Central African societies, where axes could also serve as status insignia or prestige objects. Details: Length: 41 cm - Iron dimensions: 14.5 × 11.5 cm - Weight: 290 g - Materials: wood and iron - DR Congo - First half of the 20th century.
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