Axe nineteenth century

Steel, copper, iron and ebony | 56.1 x 19.5 x 2.3 cm (whole object) | RCIN 37469

Saloon Corridor , Sandringham House

Description

An axe with an elongated, narrow, steel hachet-blade and a heavy square head on a light ebony shaft capped with copper, an iron knob below the grip.

Provenance

Presented to King Edward VII, when Prince of Wales, during his tour of India in 1875-76.
People involved

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page King Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom (1841-1910)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Steel, copper, iron and ebony

steel, ebony, copper, iron

Measurements

56.1 x 19.5 x 2.3 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Arms and Armour
Object type(s)
tools and equipment
cutting tools
axes (tools)

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