CEREMONIAL AX OF SAXON MINERS | GERMANY (SAXONY), GERMAN | Country: Germany (Saxony) | Date: 19th century | Condition: Traces of corrosion on the blade, surface patina on the handle corresponding to the age of the object | Lot information | Decorative Axe of Saxon miners. Wrought iron blade with a decorative cross-section. The handle is richly inlaid with carved bone, decorated with depictions of the Saxon coat of arms, heraldic and mining motifs, including figures of miners, tools and symbols associated with mining. | Dimensions | Length: 810 mm | Weight: 1,8 kg***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
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BATTLE AX TABAR | Date: 20th century | Condition: The decoration is largely worn | Lot information | Decorative Indian axe-tabar made in the 20th century, inspired by historical battle axes used in India and Persia. The weapon is all metal, richly decorated, including the head of the monarch. The blade is perforated, a characteristic feature of many ceremonial weapons. | Dimensions | Length: 530 mm | Blade: 135 mm | Weight: 1,5 kg***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
AX | INDO-PERSIA, INDO-PERSIAN | Country: Indo-Persia | Date: 20th century | Condition: Excellent | Lot information | Decorative Axe with oriental motifs, made in the 20th century. The blade is decorated with a rich gilded ornament with calligraphic elements, inspired by historical Indo-Persian weapons. The hilt, decorated with engraving and gilding, contains a hidden dagger point | Dimensions | Length: 765 mm | Blade: 175 mm | Weight: 2,4 kg***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
COMBINATION WEAPON | INDIA, INDIAN | Country: India | Date: around 1800 | Condition: Good | Lot information | A combination weapon from around 1800, combining an Axe and a smoothbore pistol. A close-up reveals a simple percussion mechanism with a rotating tap, which probably worked on the principle of a flint or percussion lock. This mechanism allowed firing from a short, smooth barrel, the slightly flared muzzle of which suggests the possibility of use as a shotgun. The lock area shows engraved decor and hand-crafted details, typical of the Indian or Persian armorial tradition. | Dimensions | Length: 370 mm | Weight: 770 g***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
AX OF TABARZIN | INDIA, INDIAN | Country: India | Date: 20th century | Condition: Excellent | Lot information | Indian tabarzin battle saddle axe, made in the 20th century. This type of Axe was traditionally used in Northern India, where it served as both a horseman's weapon and a ceremonial object. The richly decorated pommel and the curved blade, typical of tabarzine, are characteristic. | Dimensions | Length: 905 mm | Blade: 205 mm | Weight: 2,2 kg***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
A striking bronze sculpture depicting Ganesha, the revered Hindu deity of wisdom and remover of obstacles, dynamically poised atop a sacred cow. Crafted with intricate detailing, this multi-armed Ganesha holds a trident, axe, and lotus, signifying his divine attributes. At the base, his vahana, the rat, is depicted, representing his dominion over desires and obstacles. Rich in symbolism, this impressive 3-foot-high statue embodies spiritual energy and artistic craftsmanship, making it a remarkable collector's piece.Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
Ca. 2500 - 900 BC.A pair of bronze weapons. The first is a pick axe featuring a socketed tubular body, with a long, tapered, polygonal pick that comes to a sharp point. On the back, there is a moulded figure of a standing quadruped. The second piece is a ceremonial bronze mace head, which has a tubular body and an enlarged bulb decorated with engraved diagonal lines.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 128682; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 61.100.18. Size: 110-210mm x 40-65mm; Weight: 620g.Provenance: Private UK collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections.
Ca. 100 BC - AD 100. A gold ring with a solid circular hoop of faceted profile. The bezel consists of two axe-shaped elements meeting at their front edges, with raised spheres positioned behind them. A thick gold wire coils around the spheres and extends to encircle the entire front of the ring.Size: D:15.39mm / US: 4 1/2 / UK: I 1/2; Weight: 17gProvenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Gorny & Mosch, sale 150, 11 July 2006, lot 202. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 2nd millennium BC. A pair of gold pins, each with a long, slender shaft tapering towards a pointed end. The terminals are carved from deep blue lapis lazuli in the form of adze-axe heads, featuring a broad, flat cutting edge opposite a vertically oriented blade.Size: 190-215mm x 25-30mm; Weight: 42.99gProvenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Christie's, Sale 4925, 26 April 2012, London, lot 163. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 1000 - 900 BC. A bronze axe head featuring a tubular socket with thickened collars around its openings and two horizontal raised ribs in the midsection. The blade gently flares outward to a curved cutting edge. Along the back of the socket is a crouching lion with an elongated body and a slightly raised tail.For similar see: Bronze Iron Weapons of Luristan, fig. 5, pg. 212, Manouchehr Moshtagh khorasani Antiguo oriente 7 - 2009 (decoration).Size: 120mm x 60mm; Weight: 350gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Guanacaste-Nicoya Region, Ca. AD 300 - 500. A jade axe god celt pendant with a stylised bird-headed form. The rounded head features incised circular eyes and shallow carved lines define the wings extending along the sides, while the lower section tapers to a broad, flared edge. The surface displays natural veining. Mounted on a custom-made display stand.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 5016, Tribal Art, 15 June 2002, Lot 11.Size: 95mm x 50mm; Weight: 255gProvenance: Private dutch collection; Ex. private collection.This piece is accompanied by Spanish Export license.
Ca. 900 - 800 BC. A bronze axe head featuring a short tubular socket and a flat, asymmetrical blade with one pointed end. Along the back of the socket is a recumbent ram, recognisable by its prominent horns.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 2605, Antiquities, Lot 183.Size: 110mm x 55mm; Weight: 220gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. 1200 - 800 BC. A bronze axe head with an elongated, flattened blade ended in a rounded cutting edge. The tubular shaft is decorated with a sculpted figure of a priest in a praying position with his right hand clasped beneath the chin.Size: 160mm x 50mm; Weight: 555gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. 900 - 800 BC. A bronze axe head with a long tubular shaft extending to a crescent-shaped flat blade with pointed tips. The shaft features a simplified representation of a walking lion, rendered in a minimalistic yet recognisable form.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 129378 (type of object).Size: 125mm x 105mm; Weight: 440gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
A group of five various daggers and a glass axe To include: [a] Early 20th century, A cloisonné enamel and nephrite handled knife [b] A cloisonné enamel and gilt metal dagger [c] Three silver mounted daggers [d] Turkish, A gilded glass presentational axe Property of a nobleman To be sold without reserve
Microsoft Xbox 360 Ninety-One Games - "Sonic The Hedgehog", "Mass Effect Limited Collectors Edition", "Gun", "Ratatouille", "Need for Speed: Carbon", "X-Men", "Call of Duty 2", "Midnight Club Los Angeles", "Ridge Racer 6", 2 x "Golden Axe: beast Rider", "Transformers" , "Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights", and 78 others, various, all in original boxes and most with instruction manualsAll of the cases appear to be in a fairly good overall condition with obvious signs of general wear commensurate with age. Please note all of the games are being sold as untested. Please study all attached images closely prior to bidding.
Militaria ; assorted webbing, belts, bags, and other items including entrenching tools, first aid kit, gas mask , bayonets, axe and canteens. (qty)Note: You must be over 18 to purchase this item. Collection must be made in person or by arrangement with a delivery company that provides an age verification service. We do not provide a shipping service for bladed items.
A Kent Fire Brigade presentation fire axe and related book; the axe mounted on a plaque "Presented to FM Tony Clifton for 13 Years Of Service, Good Luck, N41, Chatham", together with Harry Klopper, "To Fire Committed. The History of Fire-Fighting in Kent", The Kent Council of the Fire Services National Benevolent Fund, 1984, signed by author, presented to Mr Clifton by Mr White, curator at the Kent Firefighting Museum, plaque 59 cm x 37 cm
A traditional lighter with a leather pocket and added metal and brass elements, with embossed, debossed decorations and a central turquoise. In the lower area, there is a thick metal plate, in the shape of an axe with angled edges, designed to be rubbed with a stone or other metal to generate sparks. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later. Size: 7 x 2.2 x 13.5 cmWeight: 164 g
A George III commemorative medallion presented to Captain John Polhill, marquise-shaped and glazed, revealing a trophy of arms and centred with an obelisk raised on a pedestal, with painted crown and ‘G. III. R’, bearing the words ‘QUIA IN AUXILIUM ADVOLAVERIS’, surmounted by a dove and olive branch, within a surround by military trophies, including a trumpet, a cannon, a battle axe, a sword, a musket, a civic wreath, etc., beneath the Union flag, the whole against an opalescent ground within a white lattice border, mounted in gold, with case, together with a contemporary newspaper cutting describing the decoration in detail, length including bale 6.5cm. £800-£1,200 --- Captain John Polhill (1757-1828) served in the 15th (King’s) Light Dragoons, and distinguished himself in the Priestley Riots in Birmingham of 14 - 17 July 1791. The angry mob railed against religious dissenters, most notably the controversial scientist Dr. Joseph Priestly for his support of the French Revolution, burning down his and other properties together with the Old and New Meeting Houses. Captain John Polhill led a detachment of the 15th (King’s) Regiment of Light Dragoons, successfully suppressing the riots. The Birmingham Civic authorities presented Captain Polhill with a ceremonial sword (now held at the National Army Museum), and this jewelled medallion in grateful thanks for his services. Condition Report The motto translates from the Latin as ‘BECAUSE YOU HAVE FLOWN TO HELP:’ The pendant in very good condition, some trapped dirt beneath glass. The glass slightly domed. Outer case scuffed. Gross weight 17.3gm.
Britain in the Blitz Auxiliary Fire Service Figure in Period Uniform AFS Auxiliary Fire Serviceman in period uniform. He stands amidst the bombed ruins of a house wearing an AFS jacket with AFS buttons & AFS embroidered badge, a fire service Brodie helmet, leather firecrew boots, a firecrew issue webbing belt with axe holder & axe & holds a "Carbon No.10" carbide hand lantern.
A primitive stone axe head, likely of American origin with ash or hickory shaft11 x 7cm head30cm long overallProvenance:Given as a gift from a U.S. government official to the present vendor's grandfather who accompanied F. E. Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, and a Colonel Merewether to America in 1917, thence by descentAxe head is securely afixed to the shaft, a split to the side of the head where it meets the shaft (see images).
1945 Willys Jeep. Registration number: YWG 585. Mileage displaying: 17,807. American supplied in 1945 Willys Jeep. Then transferred to the British army and served in World War Two ref data plate on the Jeep. Released from the British army and sold in 1957. This Jeep has clearly been restored to a high standard at some point in it's life. Supplied with a number of period prop accessories to include: canvas roof, canvas dash protector, first aid kit, Shovel, Axe, water bottle, camouflage awning, ammo bullet boxes, bottle jack, rope, axe, 20L petrol jerry can, rear-mounted spare wheel and machine gun stand. Registered with as a 'Historic Vehicle', meaning exempt from MOT and Nil value Historic tax qualifying. Currently running on a 6v system. The Willys Jeep remains highly sought after by discerning military vehicle enthusiasts and classic car enthusiast around the world. Please note that buyers premium is 10% plus VAT (total 12% inc VAT) on all cars and motorbikes, subject to a minimum of £150 plus VAT. Please be aware that all lots are sold as seen and without any warranty implied or given. You must satisfy your knowledge as to a vehicles description and condition before you decide to bid. We recommend that you inspect the lot in person during the general viewing days held prior to the auction day on the 10th of December. If you are unable to attend one of the viewing days, Ewbanks can arrange for an individual telephone/walk round video call appointment with a car expert. Please refer to the terms and conditions. Viewing days: Monday 17th of March: 9am - 5pm, Tuesday 18th of March: 9am - 5pm, Wednesday 19th of March: 9am - 5pm, Thursday 20th of March: 9am - 5pm, Friday 21st of March, Saturday 22nd of March: 10am - 2pm, Monday 24th of March and Morning of the Auction on Tuesday 25th of March.

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