Description:

Pre-Columbian, Caribbean area, perhaps Dominican Republic, Taino/Arawak Indians, ca. 1200 to 1500 CE. An exceedingly large axe head of an ovoid shape and cinched at the midline, carved from a stone of deep grey-green hues. Interestingly, the shapes of Taino stone axes were unique to particular ethnic groups and created to suit specific uses - whether they be utilitarian tools, as weapons in warfare, or ritualistic objects for ceremonies. Custom stand. Size: 7.375" W x 9.25" H (18.7 cm x 23.5 cm); 10.125" H (25.7 cm) on stand

According to the Taino Museum curatorial team, "Celts were tools employed in cutting trees and working wood. They exist in a great variety of forms. Probably each aboriginal male adult manufactured his own axe. The shape of the axe was related to the ethnic group and to its use in daily life, in war or in religious ceremonies."

Provenance: Ex-Alan Davis collection, Santa Fe, NM - Acquired at Tad Dale Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

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  • Condition: Chips to each end, presumably from use. Surface deposits and dendrite marks.

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