Classical Antiques

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Large Bronze Adze-Axe, Circa 13th-7th Century B.C.

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With tubular socket and flared rim to the mouth, vertical axe-blade with curved cutting edge, horizontal adze blade of similar proportions. Cf. Christie’s, The Axel Guttmann Collection of Ancient Arms and Armour, part 2, London, 2004, items 21, 34. 1.37 kg, 26.5 cm (10 3/8 in.).
Acquired 1980-2015.Ex Abelita family collection.