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Chinese Shang Dynasty Bronze Yue Axe Head

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Chinese Shang Dynasty Bronze Yue Axe Head

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Description

Chinese Shang dynasty bronze yue axe head. With a wide flattened blade and curved cutting edge. Raised t'ieh design on both sides. The haft is decorated with taotie masks in relief. Pierced with three holes. Traces of cinnabar decoration. 8-3/16 in high x 5-1/2 in wide. Provenance: From the estate collection of Richard C. Bull. Exhibited: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Masterpieces of Chinese Art, 1954-1955.

Condition

In good overall condition

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Chinese Shang Dynasty Bronze Yue Axe Head

Name: Chinese Shang Dynasty Bronze Yue Axe Head
SKU: 49443250
Price: 3800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $3,000

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