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Chinese Archaic Copper Axe

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Item Details

Description

**Originally Listed At $250**

East Asia, China, Archaic period, ca. 8th to 3rd century BCE. A cast-copper axe head of a rectangular form with a tall blade, a sharpened edge, and a pair of laterally protruding socketing slots. The interior displays traces of an original central panel, and lovely patina envelops the entire weapon. Size: 2.125" W x 4.3" H (5.4 cm x 10.9 cm).

Provenance: private J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA, acquired in August 2001; ex-Arthur W. Erickson, Inc. Fine Arts & Unusual Antiques, Portland, Oregon, USA

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Condition

Original back half of axe head missing. Nicks and abrasions to blade edge, socketing shafts, and central body, with light encrustations. Nice earthen deposits and great patina throughout.

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Chinese Archaic Copper Axe

Name: Chinese Archaic Copper Axe
SKU: 178217030
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

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