Eastern Highlands Wahgi Valley  Mount Hagen region. Mount Hagen ceremonial axe, 

 woven rattan, bicoloured in geometric patterns; the wooden handle attached at an angle with a slate blade 

This is a ceremonial axe, a type of axe used mainly as store of wealth and at important rituals. such special axes are the unit of exchange for the bride dowry price . 

A beautiful object for collection or Art display. 

Size x 70 x 52 4 cm