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25th February 2006, 04:57 PM
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Nice Old Congo Axe For Comment
Hi Guys
This just arrived today. A lovely old Chokwe axe 15" in length with a 6" long head. It has a rich deep patina on to it and a nice design engraved on the steel head. This was a gamble due to the poor quality picture on the auction but I guess the gamble paid off for me.  Lew |
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25th February 2006, 05:07 PM
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GREAT FIND!!!! BEAUTIFULL
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25th February 2006, 07:38 PM
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25th February 2006, 07:46 PM
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Very pretty, any chance of a better picture of the engraving. Tim
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25th February 2006, 08:27 PM
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Very nice find ! The handle has a great patina.
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25th February 2006, 10:38 PM
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Nice one !
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26th February 2006, 05:23 AM
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As per your request! |
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26th February 2006, 09:26 PM
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Nice!
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26th February 2006, 11:12 PM
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The workmanship is better than usual. These African weapons look almost like abstract sculptures. I am not sure they were terribly effective but sure pretty. Not for nothing they are often exhibited in the museums of modern art. Lovely piece!
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