Abelam Figural Status Axe

Abelam figural Status axe. Ceremonially used as a body…
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Abelam figural Status axe. Ceremonially used as a body decoration and placed over the shoulder, with the blade pointing backwards and downwards. Provenance: ex Elizabeth Pryce collection. David Said Collection, length 60 cm

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