Axe
South Africa, Zulu
not available anymore
Provenance
André Schoeller, Paris, FranceSize
H: 65,5 cm
H: 25.8 inch
Description
wood, brown shiny patina, brass wire, round shaft with a knob-shaped ending, iron blade with ornamental incisions, min. dam., slight traces of corrosion;
the special feature of Zulu axes lies in the brass wire windings on the handles. Although formerly used as war hatchets, they are used today by the peace-loving Zulus at dance festivals.