14th-15th century AD. A substantial bronze axehead, triangular in section with gently curved blade and one scooped edge, inlaid copper and silver detailing to upper design of leaves and tendrils, reserved calligraphic script; mounted on a custom-made stand. See von Gladiss, A. Glanz und Substanz. Metallarbeitung in der Sammlung des Museums für Islamische Kunst, Berlin, 2012, item 34 for similar decoration. 680 grams, 15cm wide including stand (6"). From a London collection; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition.