19th C. Hawaiian Basalt Adze Blade
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Description
South Pacific, Hawaiian Islands, ca. 19th century CE. A hand-knapped basalt blade used for a utilitarian adze. The trapezoidal blade features a dense butt end that would be fitted atop the head of an adze as well as a broad blade for plowing through the soft, fertile earth. The stone exhibits a dark gray, nearly black color that is quite attractive. Lucite display stand for photography purposes only. Size: 2.25" L x 1.2" W (5.7 cm x 3 cm)
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#157555
Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#157555
Condition
Chips to butt end and blade edge commensurate with use and knapping, otherwise intact and very good. Nice smooth surfaces throughout.
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19th C. Hawaiian Basalt Adze Blade
Estimate $550 - $825
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