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TOBO-00540
Cremation axe, used in prewar Bali at funeral rituals.
1920-1940
This axe was used during funeral ceremonies. After the body was burned, tis axe was used to cut the remaining bones in smaller pieces. One side of the axe has a sharp ridge, the other side was used to saw the bigger parts of the skeleton.
Very good quality
Height 9 cm - Width 43 cm
In good condition
 
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