An impressive large adze from Sumatra

The shaft carved in once piece with a very decorative bird detail.

The blade shape is the same as we often see on  the smaller Minangkabau adzes.

Some damage to rattan wickery.Traces of polychrome and a nice old patina.

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Mid 19th century

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Size total: 45 cm

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€ 895,- + shippingcosts  

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