A beautifully proportioned ancient nephrite axe blade. Nephrite pounamou ("green treasure") creations, both weapons and prestige insignia, were reserved for the exclusive use of chiefs. Maori, New Zealand, Polynesia Nephrite, slight chips visible, beautiful patina. H. 19 cm Provenance : Monsieur V. Collection, Brussels
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Lot no. 83

A beautifully proportioned ancient nephrite axe blade. Nephrite pounamou ("green treasure") creations, both weapons and prestige insignia, were reserved for the exclusive use of chiefs. Maori, New Zealand, Polynesia Nephrite, slight chips visible, beautiful patina. H. 19 cm Provenance : Monsieur V. Collection, Brussels

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A beautifully proportioned ancient nephrite axe blade. Nephrite pounamou ("green treasure") creations, both weapons and prestige insignia, were reserved for the exclusive use of chiefs. Maori, New Zealand, Polynesia Nephrite, slight chips visible, beautiful patina. H. 19 cm Provenance : Monsieur V. Collection, Brussels
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