Rare 19th Century Prestige Shona Ceremonial Axe & Spear / Staffs / Scepters, Zimba Scorpion Style
Axe Approx Measurements 22.5" x 7", Spear L33"
Origin: Shona People (Zimbabwe, Mozambique)
Time Period: 19th C to Early 20th Century
Provenance: Scottish Private Collector, UK MArket
Materials: Wood, Iron, Brass Wire

Extremely rare double-pronged Ceremonial / Prestige Shona axe with a very scarce matching two-tone, amasumpa embellished spear from the 19th Century. In very good condition considering age. Both staffs have a beautiful, intense, deep patina with brass thread intricately wrapped around the handles. In untouched, original condition.
These extremely rare, beautifully crafted Shona staffs are in very good condition considering their age. Both staffs have a beautiful, intense, deep, tribal patina with brass thread which was ingeniously wrapped around the shafts. .

Very Good Condition: Item may show wear; may show signs of regular use.
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