Datu quality Kalinga axe

Sajen · 26th December 2017, 02:54 PM

Hi Ian,

it look fairly old to my eyes, end of 19th to early 20th century would be my guess and all brass decorations seems in good complete order. I have a very similar example but sadly not in such good condition. This and the rarity of such Datu Kalinga axes let went it so high IMVHO.

Regards,
Detlef

Battara · 26th December 2017, 10:36 PM

At Sothebys, Bonhams, and on the tribal arts markets, these in this condition got for up to $2500 for years.

This one is a great price therefore, though not a bargain.

26th December 2017, 02:54 PM	#1
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 9,325	Hi Ian, it look fairly old to my eyes, end of 19th to early 20th century would be my guess and all brass decorations seems in good complete order. I have a very similar example but sadly not in such good condition. This and the rarity of such Datu Kalinga axes let went it so high IMVHO. Regards, Detlef

26th December 2017, 10:36 PM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,323	At Sothebys, Bonhams, and on the tribal arts markets, these in this condition got for up to $2500 for years. This one is a great price therefore, though not a bargain.