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A very rare and massive executioners axe

dating: 16th/17th Century provenance: Europa, Heavy axe with very long convex edge (35.5 cm), slightly angled and with cylindrical ferrule. On a round, wooden shaft (probably later).

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A very rare and massive executioners axe

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A large Hispano-Moresque bronze mortar, 16th/17th century Bronze with beautiful age patina. Heavy, slightly conical body on a stepped foot. Surrounded by six strong ribs, the wall decorated with decorative hallmarks. One side of the rim with a stress crack. Height 17.5 cm, weight 14.8 kg. Condition: II -

Lot 72

Estim. 1 000 - 1 500 EUR

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