Description:

Central Asia, Indo-Persian, ca. 19th century CE. A double-headed iron axe with crescent-shaped blades, etched with scrolling foliate motifs and decorative cartouches framing a lion pouncing on a deer. The axe head is mounted on a slender, lightweight iron handle - a distinctive feature of Persian weaponry, which often favored all-metal construction over wooden hafts. Size: 20.25" L x 6" W (51.4 cm x 15.2 cm)

Provenance: private Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA collection, acquired via descent from grandfather, who collected from 1880 - 1910

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#194067

  • Condition: Blades are somewhat sharp, handle with care. Stable crack radiating from the hafting area and about 3 inches down the handle. Dark patina.

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