Lot 202
  • 202

A Mughal Silver-Gilt Axe, India, 18th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

the blade of crescent form with a ground of chiselled foliage, the haft with panels of incised floral sprays on a punched ground, the base finial unscrewing to reveal a slender stiletto blade

Condition

In very good overall condition, some small chips and scuffs to the surface of the blade and haft mid-section, as viewed.
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