The Amy & Elliot Lawrence Collection

The Amy & Elliot Lawrence Collection

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Songye Axe, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Auction Closed

May 24, 03:58 PM GMT

Estimate

2,000 - 3,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Songye Axe, Democratic Republic of the Congo


Height: 17 1/2 in (44.5 cm)

Reportedly collected in situ before 1905
Edward H. Merrin, New York
Acquired from the above by the early 1970s

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