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Prehistoric Artefact Palaeolithic Acheulean Surmounted Hand Axe
Prehistoric Artefact Palaeolithic Acheulean Surmounted Hand Axe

Prehistoric Artefact Palaeolithic Acheulean Surmounted Hand Axe

Located in Scorton, GB

This superb Acheulean hand axe stands as a testament to the technological ingenuity of early hominins.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Algerian Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Brown-Orange Hand Axe made by Early Humans
Brown-Orange Hand Axe made by Early Humans

Brown-Orange Hand Axe made by Early Humans

Located in London, GB

This finely worked, bifacial hand axe is a sleek and elegant example of the earliest known stone tool traditions - the Acheulean.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Minimalist Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Lower Paleolithic Flint Hand Axe from St. Acheul, France
Lower Paleolithic Flint Hand Axe from St. Acheul, France

Lower Paleolithic Flint Hand Axe from St. Acheul, France

Located in London, GB

A large and well-preserved flint hand axe of the Lower Paleolithic period, found at the important type-site of St.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Orange Quartzite Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans
Orange Quartzite Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans

Orange Quartzite Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans

Located in London, GB

A large and beautifully preserved Lower Palaeolithic hand axe, masterfully knapped from rich orange-quartzite and bearing an old inscription recording its discovery at Choisy-au-Bac,...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Vibrant Banded Orange Flint Hand Axe from Lower Palaeolithic
Vibrant Banded Orange Flint Hand Axe from Lower Palaeolithic

Vibrant Banded Orange Flint Hand Axe from Lower Palaeolithic

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved and patinated Palaeolithic flint hand axe, with a vibrant, banded-orange colour, and representing one of the earliest and most enduring forms of human technol...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England
Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England

Sculptural Early Human Stone Tool, Neanderthal Hand Axe from Kent, England

Located in London, GB

Sleek and streamlined, the present hand axe is a particularly aesthetic example of the technologies of our early ancestors.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans - ex-Rosehill Collection
Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans - ex-Rosehill Collection

Palaeolithic Hand Axe made by Early Humans - ex-Rosehill Collection

Located in London, GB

An attractive Palaeolithic hand axe – an iconic tool of our early ancestors from the Lower Palaeolithic, with an old inscription revealing its early collection history.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

Large Palaeolithic Hand Axe from St Acheul, France, 700000 BC
Large Palaeolithic Hand Axe from St Acheul, France, 700000 BC

Large Palaeolithic Hand Axe from St Acheul, France, 700000 BC

Located in London, GB

A large, beautifully preserved and patinated Palaeolithic flint hand axe from the famed type-site of St Acheul in France, expertly worked and representing one of the earliest forms o...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Lustrous Black Flint Hand Axe from Famed Site of Happisburgh, UK
Lustrous Black Flint Hand Axe from Famed Site of Happisburgh, UK

Lustrous Black Flint Hand Axe from Famed Site of Happisburgh, UK

Located in London, GB

A striking example of the earliest human technology, this Acheulean hand axe was discovered at the celebrated Palaeolithic site of Happisburgh, Norfolk – one of the most important pr...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Sculptural Neanderthal Hand Axe or Stone Tool, circa 300000 - 40000 BC
Sculptural Neanderthal Hand Axe or Stone Tool, circa 300000 - 40000 BC

Sculptural Neanderthal Hand Axe or Stone Tool, circa 300000 - 40000 BC

Located in London, GB

A beautifully preserved and patinated Neanderthal stone tool, crafted by our early ancestors from a flint nodule. An elegant example of one of the earliest human technologies. Almos...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Superb Neanderthal Stone Hand Axe from the Paleolithic c300000 years ago
Superb Neanderthal Stone Hand Axe from the Paleolithic c300000 years ago

Superb Neanderthal Stone Hand Axe from the Paleolithic c300000 years ago

Located in London, GB

An exceptional, large and beautifully preserved Neanderthal stone tool, crafted by our early ancestors from a piece of flint. Sleek and streamlined, the present tool is a particularl...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Pair Blue and White Large Hand Painted Dutch Delft Plates The Axe Circa 1780
Pair Blue and White Large Hand Painted Dutch Delft Plates The Axe Circa 1780

Pair Blue and White Large Hand Painted Dutch Delft Plates The Axe Circa 1780

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This pair of large Dutch Delft plates, traditionally referred to as chargers, was hand-painted at the renowned De Porceleyne Bijl (The Axe) factory in Delft, circa 1780.

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vase The Axe Mark Circa 1770
Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vase The Axe Mark Circa 1770

Dutch Delft Blue and White Covered Vase The Axe Mark Circa 1770

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This Dutch Delft covered vase was hand painted circa 1770 and bears the mark of De Porceleyne Bijl, known as “The Axe.”

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Antique 1770s Dutch Vases

Materials

Delft, Faience

Dutch Delft Blue and White Large Plates Pair Axe Mark 18th Century Circa 1770
Dutch Delft Blue and White Large Plates Pair Axe Mark 18th Century Circa 1770

Dutch Delft Blue and White Large Plates Pair Axe Mark 18th Century Circa 1770

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

Dimensions: 13.5" diameter Condition: Excellent with tiny edge frits invisibly restored Price: $2,400 Decoration: Blue and white hand-painted crane in a garden with radiating floral ...

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Antique 1770s Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Delft

Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC
Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC

Dramatically Sculptural Stone Tool Crafted by Early Humans, c. 600000 BC

Located in London, GB

A dramatically sculptural example of the earliest human technology, the Acheulan hand axe, discovered in Walcott, a mile from the famed Palaeolithic site of Happisburgh.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Prehistoric Stone Tool Sculpture made by Early Humans, 700000 years old
Prehistoric Stone Tool Sculpture made by Early Humans, 700000 years old

Prehistoric Stone Tool Sculpture made by Early Humans, 700000 years old

Located in London, GB

A large and beautifully preserved Palaeolithic flint hand axe, with a mottled, brown-orange patina, representing one of the earliest and most enduring forms of human technology.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

18th Century Spanish Pair of Hand-Painted Wooden Axe-Holders
18th Century Spanish Pair of Hand-Painted Wooden Axe-Holders

18th Century Spanish Pair of Hand-Painted Wooden Axe-Holders

Located in Marbella, ES

18th Century Spanish Pair of Hand-Painted Wooden Axe-Holders

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Antique 18th Century Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger 18th Century Netherlands Circa 1780
Antique Blue and White Delft Charger 18th Century Netherlands Circa 1780

Antique Blue and White Delft Charger 18th Century Netherlands Circa 1780

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This elegant Dutch Delft blue and white charger was hand-painted in the Netherlands around 1770. The center features delicate scrolling vines swirling around a beautiful flower.

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Antique Late 18th Century Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Swords, Axes, and War Hammers
19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Swords, Axes, and War Hammers

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Swords, Axes, and War Hammers

Located in Langweer, NL

19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Swords, Axes, and War Hammers Description: This finely executed hand-coloured lithograph features an impressive display of medieval and Re...

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Antique 1840s Prints

Materials

Paper

Teardrop Palaeolithic Stone Tool of the Early Humans
Teardrop Palaeolithic Stone Tool of the Early Humans

Teardrop Palaeolithic Stone Tool of the Early Humans

Located in London, GB

This acheulean hand axe is an exceptionally well-preserved example of the first human technology.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Primitive Tribal Axe from Africa
Primitive Tribal Axe from Africa

Primitive Tribal Axe from Africa

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An expressive hand crafted primitive axe having an elongated wrought blade attached to a finely carved and shaped hardwood handle.

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Antique 19th Century African More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Wood

Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Axes, Maces, Daggers, and Fire Arm, 1842
Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Axes, Maces, Daggers, and Fire Arm, 1842

Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Axes, Maces, Daggers, and Fire Arm, 1842

Located in Langweer, NL

Title: 19th-Century Hand-Coloured Lithograph of Medieval Axes, Maces, Daggers, and Firearm Description: This remarkable hand-coloured lithograph presents an eclectic collection of...

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Antique 1840s Prints

Materials

Paper

Chinese Stone Axe Head on Custom Mount
Chinese Stone Axe Head on Custom Mount

Chinese Stone Axe Head on Custom Mount

Located in Chicago, IL

This Chinese Neolithic-inspired stone axe head, meticulously carved from an orange/brown stone, is a testament to ancient craftsmanship and cultural significance. Axe heads of this s...

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20th Century Chinese Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC
Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300000 - 700000 BC

Located in London, GB

Title: Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe made by early hominins, c.300,000 - 700,000 BC A finely worked Palaeolithic hand axe, expertly fashioned from a flint core and representing one of t...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC
Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC

Exhibited and Published Palaeolithic Flint Handaxe, 700000-30000 BC

Located in London, GB

A finely worked exhibited and published hand axe, expertly fashioned from a flint core and representing one of the earliest forms of human technology.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antiquities

Materials

Stone

1997 "Old Man/Troll With Pipe and Axe" Sculpture, Norway
1997 "Old Man/Troll With Pipe and Axe" Sculpture, Norway

1997 "Old Man/Troll With Pipe and Axe" Sculpture, Norway

Located in Skien, NO

Rogdeberg Technique: Handcarved / Hand carved / Handcrafted / Hand crafted / Wood Carving Signed and dated under: OPUS 9.97.

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1990s Norwegian Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Neanderthal Stone Tool made by Neanderthal Man with Marbled Blue-White Patina
Neanderthal Stone Tool made by Neanderthal Man with Marbled Blue-White Patina

Neanderthal Stone Tool made by Neanderthal Man with Marbled Blue-White Patina

Located in London, GB

A finely worked Neanderthal stone tool, or hand axe, expertly fashioned from a flint core with a beautiful marbled blue-grey-white patina.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Pre Columbian Valdivian Chorrera ceremonial stone axe C 3000 BC
Pre Columbian Valdivian Chorrera ceremonial stone axe C 3000 BC

Pre Columbian Valdivian Chorrera ceremonial stone axe C 3000 BC

Located in London, GB

Material: Dark green andesite stone Hand-shaped and polished Size : 15 x 11 cm. Natural age-related wear and patina Condition: Very good, with expected surface wear Provenance: UK ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Ecuadorean Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Brutalist Sculpture by Ronald Gonzalez, American, circa 1996 Axe Man
Brutalist Sculpture by Ronald Gonzalez, American, circa 1996 Axe Man

Brutalist Sculpture by Ronald Gonzalez, American, circa 1996 Axe Man

Located in Hudson, NY

Fantastic sculpture by American artist Ronald Gonzalez. Titled Axe Man and created in the 1990s. This item is accompanied with a letter of authenticity from the artist. Ronald Mari...

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1990s American Brutalist Figurative Sculptures

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Steel, Iron

Costa Rica Pre Columbian Jade Axe Avian Celt God Pendant
Costa Rica Pre Columbian Jade Axe Avian Celt God Pendant

Costa Rica Pre Columbian Jade Axe Avian Celt God Pendant

Located in Dallas, TX

Pre-Columbian Jade Costa Rican Avian Effigy pendant Atlantic Watershed 500AD- 1500AD Material: Jade Measures: Length 9 inches Width 1 inches Depth .4 inch. Exquisite Costa Rica...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Figurative Sc...

Materials

Jade

Pair of Neolithic Black Basalt Axe Heads, Great Britain Circa 2200 BC
Pair of Neolithic Black Basalt Axe Heads, Great Britain Circa 2200 BC

Pair of Neolithic Black Basalt Axe Heads, Great Britain Circa 2200 BC

Located in Stamford, CT

Two Black Basalt carved and polished Neolithic axe heads mounted on steel bases. These wonderful ancient objects are a testament to the artisans who created them, with the edges stil...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Primitive Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Pair West African Incised Iron and Copper Axe Form Currency Pieces Custom Mounts
Pair West African Incised Iron and Copper Axe Form Currency Pieces Custom Mounts

Pair West African Incised Iron and Copper Axe Form Currency Pieces Custom Mounts

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A pair of West African incised iron and copper wire axe form currency pieces or may have used as dance wands. On custom mounts. In the form of a ritual axe, which in many parts of A...

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Mid-20th Century North African Tribal Tribal Art

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Iron

Rare Costa Rican Jade Axe God Guanacaste Nicoya Region A.D. 1-500
Rare Costa Rican Jade Axe God Guanacaste Nicoya Region A.D. 1-500

Rare Costa Rican Jade Axe God Guanacaste Nicoya Region A.D. 1-500

Located in Dallas, TX

The name "axe god" comes from the form of the pendant, which replicates the shape of the traditional stone chopping tool (or axe).

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Figurative Sc...

Materials

Jade

Costa Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 AD-1500 AD
Costa Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 AD-1500 AD

Costa Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 AD-1500 AD

Located in Dallas, TX

Fine Costa Rican Jade Axe God, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, ca. A.D. 1-1500 Of celt form depicting the mythical part human- part avian figure, with circular eyes peering from the bird ...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Animal Sculpt...

Materials

Jade

COSTA Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 Ad-1500 Ad
COSTA Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 Ad-1500 Ad

COSTA Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 Ad-1500 Ad

Located in Dallas, TX

Fine Costa Rican Jade Axe God, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, circa. A.D. 1-1500.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Costa Rican Pre-Columbian Figurative Sc...

Materials

Jade

Antique Naga Primitive Chair Early 20th century / Side Chair Wabi Sabi
Antique Naga Primitive Chair Early 20th century / Side Chair Wabi Sabi

Antique Naga Primitive Chair Early 20th century / Side Chair Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

Most striking are the traces of the hand axe still visible on the surface. The uneven, rhythmic cuts intersect with the natural grain, producing a distinctive texture and expression.

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Early 20th Century Indian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood

"Julian Schwarz Grooved Stool", hand-carved Walnut decorative stool
"Julian Schwarz Grooved Stool", hand-carved Walnut decorative stool

"Julian Schwarz Grooved Stool", hand-carved Walnut decorative stool

By Julian Schwarz

Located in Paris, FR

He transforms and hollows out the wood using traditional hand tools: large wood saw, axe, adze, gouge. Every piece is unique in its its curves and angles, a testament to his virtuoso...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Walnut

"Julian Schwarz Four Volutes", decorative basket hand-carved oak
"Julian Schwarz Four Volutes", decorative basket hand-carved oak

"Julian Schwarz Four Volutes", decorative basket hand-carved oak

By Julian Schwarz

Located in Paris, FR

He transforms and hollows out the wood using traditional hand tools: large wood saw, axe, adze, gouge. Every piece is unique in its its curves and angles, a testament to his virtuoso...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Decorative Baskets

Materials

Wood, Oak

"Julian Schwarz Horned Stool – Volutes" decorative stool hand-carved, oak
"Julian Schwarz Horned Stool – Volutes" decorative stool hand-carved, oak

"Julian Schwarz Horned Stool – Volutes" decorative stool hand-carved, oak

By Julian Schwarz

Located in Paris, FR

He transforms and hollows out the wood using traditional hand tools: large wood saw, axe, adze, gouge. Every piece is unique in its its curves and angles, a testament to his virtuoso...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Hand-Carved White Buffalo Howlite Ganesh Sculpture, India, 8" Tall
Hand-Carved White Buffalo Howlite Ganesh Sculpture, India, 8" Tall

Hand-Carved White Buffalo Howlite Ganesh Sculpture, India, 8" Tall

Located in Somis, CA

In his back hands the axe and lasso, instruments to combat evil spirits and overcome obstacles.

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2010s Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Multi-gemstone

"Julian Schwarz Bench Stool", decorative stool, ash wood
"Julian Schwarz Bench Stool", decorative stool, ash wood

"Julian Schwarz Bench Stool", decorative stool, ash wood

By Julian Schwarz

Located in Paris, FR

He transforms and hollows out the wood using traditional hand tools: large wood saw, axe, adze, gouge. Every piece is unique in its its curves and angles, a testament to his virtuoso...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Ash

decorative stool by Julian Schwarz "Angular stool - ribbed" handcarved oak
decorative stool by Julian Schwarz "Angular stool - ribbed" handcarved oak

decorative stool by Julian Schwarz "Angular stool - ribbed" handcarved oak

By Julian Schwarz

Located in Paris, FR

He transforms and hollows out the wood using traditional hand tools: large wood saw, axe, adze, gouge. Every piece is unique in its its curves and angles, a testament to his virtuoso...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Oak

Rock Crystal Quartz Ganesh Statue 5 lb
Rock Crystal Quartz Ganesh Statue 5 lb

Rock Crystal Quartz Ganesh Statue 5 lb

Located in Somis, CA

In his back hands the axe and lasso, instruments to combat evil spirits and overcome obstacles.

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Late 20th Century Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal

19th Century Indian Marble Carving of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles
19th Century Indian Marble Carving of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles

19th Century Indian Marble Carving of Ganesha, Remover of Obstacles

Located in Stamford, CT

Shown seated on a throne in the yoga pose, sukhasana, cross legged meditation pose. Two of his hands grasp a battle axe and a lasso, symbols of his role as a rescuer and protector.

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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Marble

Silver Plated Victorian Figural Napkin Ring, "Goldminer" American Circa 1909
Silver Plated Victorian Figural Napkin Ring, "Goldminer" American Circa 1909

Silver Plated Victorian Figural Napkin Ring, "Goldminer" American Circa 1909

Located in Incline Village, NV

The gold miner is standing aside the ring with his left hand holding a pick axe and his right hand resting on the tri-shaped oval ring.

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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Tableware

Materials

Silver Plate

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Clock of a  Victorious Crusader Knight  in Battle
Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Clock of a  Victorious Crusader Knight  in Battle

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Clock of a Victorious Crusader Knight in Battle

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

The knight has a spear in one hand, a battle axe in the other, his helmet lying on the ground at his feet and his shield slung back across his shoulders.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Chinese Zhejiang Vintage Low-Relief Wall Plaque Depicting a Celestial Guardian
Chinese Zhejiang Vintage Low-Relief Wall Plaque Depicting a Celestial Guardian

Chinese Zhejiang Vintage Low-Relief Wall Plaque Depicting a Celestial Guardian

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in Eastern China during the midcentury period, this wall plaque is carved in low relief with a celestial guardian holding an axe in each hand, riding a mythical animal. Very ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Nepalese Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva 'Amoghapasha?', Early to Mid-20th Century
Nepalese Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva 'Amoghapasha?', Early to Mid-20th Century

Nepalese Gilt Bronze Bodhisattva 'Amoghapasha?', Early to Mid-20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

Amoghapasha holds a lasso in one hand, an axe in the other. He is considered an emanation of Avalokiteshvara.

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Mid-20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Bronze

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Axe Handle Base Rustic Pine Coffee Table
Axe Handle Base Rustic Pine Coffee Table

Axe Handle Base Rustic Pine Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 22 in W 21 in D 24 in

Axe Handle Base Rustic Pine Coffee Table

By Zack Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Made from a cross section of a felled pine tree, this unique item is elevated by its abstract base. Giving homage to lumberjack culture, this is more than a table, it's a true conver...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

A blue and white chinoiserie bowl, circa 1760 The Porcelain Axe pottery
A blue and white chinoiserie bowl, circa 1760 The Porcelain Axe pottery

A blue and white chinoiserie bowl, circa 1760 The Porcelain Axe pottery

By Delft

Located in ROSSUM, GE

A blue and white chinoiserie bowl Delft, circa 1760 The Porcelain Axe pottery Mark: an axe The rectangular bowl has a contoured, flat rim and is painted in blue with a chinoiserie...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Baroque Delft and Faience

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

Antico Mdina Art Glass, Fish or Axe Head Vase by Michael Harris, 1970s
Antico Mdina Art Glass, Fish or Axe Head Vase by Michael Harris, 1970s

Antico Mdina Art Glass, Fish or Axe Head Vase by Michael Harris, 1970s

By Michael Harris

Located in Warsaw, PL

An absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern green Axe Head vase by Michael Harris of Mdina Glass. Also referred to as a “Fish Head” and Lollipop vase. The green glass is cased with a ...

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Vintage 1970s Maltese Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

God Ganesha Stele. Uttar Pradesh, 10th - 11th Century

God Ganesha Stele. Uttar Pradesh, 10th - 11th Century

Unavailable

H 15.75 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

God Ganesha Stele. Uttar Pradesh, 10th - 11th Century

Located in Rome, IT

His bent legs well show this ritual dance and his four arms, of which just one has remained, represent the attributes of this god. In the only extant hand he holds an axe as symbol o...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Sandstone

Pair of Candelabra 19th Century Napoleon III
Pair of Candelabra 19th Century Napoleon III

Pair of Candelabra 19th Century Napoleon III

Unavailable

H 26.38 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in

Pair of Candelabra 19th Century Napoleon III

Located in Warsaw, PL

The female figure is wearing a headwrap and loose dress holding aloft a water vase, while the male figure is presented shirtless holding a hat in his hand, an axe at his waist and ho...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Candelabras

Materials

Bronze

José Zanine Caldas Console Table Brazil circa 1978
José Zanine Caldas Console Table Brazil circa 1978

José Zanine Caldas Console Table Brazil circa 1978

Unavailable

H 33 in W 85 in D 18.5 in

José Zanine Caldas Console Table Brazil circa 1978

By Zanini de Zanine, José Zanine Caldas

Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury

José Zanine Caldas Console Table Brazil circa 1978 Magnificent mid century Brazilian José Zanine Caldas, ‘Mesa de Console’ Console Table manufactured by Zanine & Zanine Ltda Brazi...

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Rustic Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Paleolithic Homo Erectus Flint Hand Axe, 800, 000 BC
Paleolithic Homo Erectus Flint Hand Axe, 800, 000 BC

Paleolithic Homo Erectus Flint Hand Axe, 800, 000 BC

Located in London, GB

A large Acheulian flint hand axe, likely produced by Homo erectus. Found in northern France, dating to around 800,000 - 100,000 years ago.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Mounted Objects

Prehistoric Acheulian Flint Hand Axe, 800, 000 BC

Prehistoric Acheulian Flint Hand Axe, 800, 000 BC

Located in London, GB

A prehistoric flint hand axe, made by Homo erectus circa, 800,000 - 100,000 BC.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Abstract Sculptures

Large Blue and White Delft Charger Hand Painted at The Axe Holland Circa 1770
Large Blue and White Delft Charger Hand Painted at The Axe Holland Circa 1770

Large Blue and White Delft Charger Hand Painted at The Axe Holland Circa 1770

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This large blue and white charger was hand painted at De Porcelene Bijl* "The Axe" circa 1770.

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Antique 1770s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Set of Two Blue and White Delft Chargers Hand Painted at The Axe Holland C-1770
Set of Two Blue and White Delft Chargers Hand Painted at The Axe Holland C-1770

Set of Two Blue and White Delft Chargers Hand Painted at The Axe Holland C-1770

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This set of two blue and white chargers was hand painted at *De Porcelene Bijl "The Axe" circa 1770.

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Antique 1770s Dutch Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Neolithic Scandinavian Ceremonial Flint Axe Sculpture, 2200 BC
Neolithic Scandinavian Ceremonial Flint Axe Sculpture, 2200 BC

Neolithic Scandinavian Ceremonial Flint Axe Sculpture, 2200 BC

Located in London, GB

An exceptional ancient Scandinavian ceremonial flint hand axe, dating to 2200–1800 BC. Beautifully worked from a large, light grey stone, the axe widening slightly from the base u...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Antiquities

Delft Blue and White Charger Handpainted 18th Century circa 1780 by "The Axe"
Delft Blue and White Charger Handpainted 18th Century circa 1780 by "The Axe"

Delft Blue and White Charger Handpainted 18th Century circa 1780 by "The Axe"

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

This lovely 18th century Dutch Delft charger was made at "The Axe" factory. The center shows a vibrant garden scene hand-painted in deep cobalt blue.

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Chargers Made by "The Axe" circa 1780
Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Chargers Made by "The Axe" circa 1780

Pair Antique Blue and White Delft Chargers Made by "The Axe" circa 1780

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this pair of Dutch Delft blue and white chargers decorated in the center with an image of a delicate vase filled with chrysanthemums and peonies. The design ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

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Delft

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Netherlands Circa 1780 with Mark of "The Axe"
Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Netherlands Circa 1780 with Mark of "The Axe"

Blue and White Dutch Delft Charger Netherlands Circa 1780 with Mark of "The Axe"

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

Made in the factory of "The Axe" circa 1780, this blue and white Delft charger shows a lovely garden scene hand-painted in cobalt blue.

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...

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Delft

Set of Six Blue and White Dutch Delft Dishes Made by "The Axe", circa 1800
Set of Six Blue and White Dutch Delft Dishes Made by "The Axe", circa 1800

Set of Six Blue and White Dutch Delft Dishes Made by "The Axe", circa 1800

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this lovely set of six blue and white delft dishes made in The Netherlands, circa 1800. The dishes are decorated in several shades of cobalt blue. The center ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

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Delft

'Giant' Palaeolithic Stone Tool with Orange-Brown Patina, made by Early Humans
'Giant' Palaeolithic Stone Tool with Orange-Brown Patina, made by Early Humans

'Giant' Palaeolithic Stone Tool with Orange-Brown Patina, made by Early Humans

Located in London, GB

One of the largest hand axes ever found in the UK, a notable example of the first human technology, in superb condition.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Minimalist Antiquities

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Stone

Massive Hand Carved Stone Effigy Axe Tool
Massive Hand Carved Stone Effigy Axe Tool

Massive Hand Carved Stone Effigy Axe Tool

Located in South Burlington, VT

An opportunity to acquire a monumental hand carved stone axe from China. This is no ordinary axe.

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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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Stone

Paleolithic Flint Handaxe from Prehistoric Northern France
Paleolithic Flint Handaxe from Prehistoric Northern France

Paleolithic Flint Handaxe from Prehistoric Northern France

Located in London, GB

The discovery of Acheulean hand axes alongside fossilised animal remains by 19th century archaeologists alerted them to the existence of humans in a time well before the Biblical Flo...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Mounted Objects

Materials

Stone

Table Lamp Made with Hand Carved-Wooden Axe Holder
Table Lamp Made with Hand Carved-Wooden Axe Holder

Table Lamp Made with Hand Carved-Wooden Axe Holder

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H 34.26 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Table Lamp Made with Hand Carved-Wooden Axe Holder

Located in Marbella, ES

Table lamp made with Hand Carved-Wooden Axe holder.

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Antique 19th Century Spanish Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Blue and White Delft Chargers Showing a Flower Filled Vase circa 1780
Pair of Blue and White Delft Chargers Showing a Flower Filled Vase circa 1780

Pair of Blue and White Delft Chargers Showing a Flower Filled Vase circa 1780

By The Axe

Located in Katonah, NY

We are pleased to offer this pair of blue and white Delft chargers are each decorated in the center with a large but delicate vase filled with chrysanthemums and peonies. The chinois...

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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft

Pair of Vintage West African Axes
Pair of Vintage West African Axes

Pair of Vintage West African Axes

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H 19.5 in W 7 in D 1.25 in

Pair of Vintage West African Axes

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a gorgeous pair of pieces of African Tribal Art, namely, a pair of vintage West African Axes Probably made in either The Congo or Cameroon, early 20th century. Proba...

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Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art

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Iron

Collection of Neolithic Stone Axe Heads on Stands
Collection of Neolithic Stone Axe Heads on Stands

Collection of Neolithic Stone Axe Heads on Stands

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful stoic collection of Native American Neolithic hand carved stone axe heads with wonderfully sculptural forms, mounted on custom steel stands.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Tribal Antiquities

Materials

Stone

Pair of Bronze Sculptures of 16th Century Soldiers after Albert Carrier-Belleuse
Pair of Bronze Sculptures of 16th Century Soldiers after Albert Carrier-Belleuse

Pair of Bronze Sculptures of 16th Century Soldiers after Albert Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Shippensburg, PA

The left figure probably represents a warrior of the Turkish Ottoman and carries a korseke pike with a garment of chain mail with a cape thrown over his shoulders and a hand-axe at h...

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

Primitive Neolithic Stone Age Nordic Viking Greenstone Polished Axe head
Primitive Neolithic Stone Age Nordic Viking Greenstone Polished Axe head

Primitive Neolithic Stone Age Nordic Viking Greenstone Polished Axe head

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

Axe head with trapezoid outline, convex cutting edge, polished on both faces, dating from 4000 – 3500 BC. A non-shaft-hole axe had no hole for the handle and were generally made from...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Swedish Primitive Antiquities

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Stone

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1900s / Side Table Sofa Table Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1900s / Side Table Sofa Table Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1900s / Side Table Sofa Table Wabisabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

The tabletop is carved from a single plank, bearing countless marks left by a hand axe. These bold tool traces catch the light and create soft shadows, giving the surface a quiet yet...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables

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Wood

Hardwood Stool from Mexico, circa 1940s
Hardwood Stool from Mexico, circa 1940s

Hardwood Stool from Mexico, circa 1940s

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H 12.25 in W 18 in D 8.25 in

Hardwood Stool from Mexico, circa 1940s

Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato

Strong patina and markings from heavy use. Hand carved by axe.

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Vintage 1940s Mexican Primitive Stools

Materials

Hardwood

One-Off Handcrafted Cleft Bench
One-Off Handcrafted Cleft Bench

One-Off Handcrafted Cleft Bench

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H 28.75 in W 46.07 in D 16.93 in

One-Off Handcrafted Cleft Bench

Located in London, GB

The bench has been worked with simple hand tools such as axes and drawknives. This skilled hand worked process is intentionally clear to see and displayed prominently across all surf...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Benches

Materials

Ash

Antique Primitive Rustic Large Mortar table or Stool Indonesian
Antique Primitive Rustic Large Mortar table or Stool Indonesian

Antique Primitive Rustic Large Mortar table or Stool Indonesian

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Made from hardwood, this piece has been hand crafted using and adz (axe) tool and retains adz marks all over from the process of hand cutting away the wood to produce its form.

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Early 20th Century Indonesian Rustic Side Tables

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Hardwood

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Hand Axe For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the hand axe you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A hand axe — often made from stone, ceramic and delft — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer hand axe, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right hand axe, those designed in Rococo styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one hand axe that is appealing in its simplicity, but The Axe produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Hand Axe?

The average selling price for a hand axe at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $228 on the low end and $8,500 for the highest priced.