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Rare Bactrian Bronze Votive Axe, ex-Piscopo

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Rare Bactrian Bronze Votive Axe, ex-Piscopo

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Description

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2000 BCE. This is a bronze votive axe that would have been placed atop a standard for ceremonial purposes; it has a small, round socket and a hook along the top of the curved blade. Votive axes were also used throughout the ancient Near East, suggesting a similarity of culture; weapons are often associated with the gods. Size: 2.5" L x 1.55" W (6.4 cm x 3.9 cm).

Provenance: Ex- Private J. Piscopo Collection

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Rare Bactrian Bronze Votive Axe, ex-Piscopo

Name: Rare Bactrian Bronze Votive Axe, ex-Piscopo
SKU: 47128883
Price: 205 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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