Is this anything?

fearn · 8th May 2006, 10:40 PM

I agree with Vandoo. The use of rattan points to New Guinea as the origin, as does the T-shaped profile. This would contrast with uniform coconut cord binding and an L-shaped profile for a Polynesian, Micronesian, or small-island Melanesian implement. The shape of the blade (polished and lenticular) also seems more New Guinean to me, although admittedly I'm not terribly expert on all the variations. It's definitely not Bornean, nor is it Polynesian, and it looks Papuan to me. Age is hard to tell from the pics.

It's hard to tell whether it was made for the tourist trade or not, but it's worth saving, as is the bone dagger.

Neat pieces!

F

Ian · 9th May 2006, 01:57 AM

Possibly from Mt Hagan. They use dark green stone blades and the handle resembles other Hagan axes.

Ian.

rover · 9th May 2006, 03:13 PM

Wow, i really got what i asked for from you guys.
With that info and the keyword "adze" i was able to search for more info on the net.
It seems that this type is a working tool, since the ceremonial adze should be colored and decorated, and the bridal adze has longer stoneblade.
Given this info i believe it's claimed origin and dating proofs true. I will probably try to place it with someone who appreciate having it in his collection.

The bone dagger is unfortunately gone because of it's bad condition.
It was a scary item to hold, it felt very magic and soulful.
Again thanks a lot

9th May 2006, 01:57 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,470	Nice New Guinea axe/adze Possibly from Mt Hagan. They use dark green stone blades and the handle resembles other Hagan axes. Ian.

8th May 2006, 10:40 PM	#1
fearn Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,247	I agree with Vandoo. The use of rattan points to New Guinea as the origin, as does the T-shaped profile. This would contrast with uniform coconut cord binding and an L-shaped profile for a Polynesian, Micronesian, or small-island Melanesian implement. The shape of the blade (polished and lenticular) also seems more New Guinean to me, although admittedly I'm not terribly expert on all the variations. It's definitely not Bornean, nor is it Polynesian, and it looks Papuan to me. Age is hard to tell from the pics. It's hard to tell whether it was made for the tourist trade or not, but it's worth saving, as is the bone dagger. Neat pieces! F

9th May 2006, 03:13 PM	#3
rover Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 3	Wow, i really got what i asked for from you guys. With that info and the keyword "adze" i was able to search for more info on the net. It seems that this type is a working tool, since the ceremonial adze should be colored and decorated, and the bridal adze has longer stoneblade. Given this info i believe it's claimed origin and dating proofs true. I will probably try to place it with someone who appreciate having it in his collection. The bone dagger is unfortunately gone because of it's bad condition. It was a scary item to hold, it felt very magic and soulful. Again thanks a lot