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Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
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I recently purchased this dragon axe at auction.  I'm totally puzzled as to it's culture of origin and age.  It weighs a little over 7 lbs and is approx. 24 inches long.  I'm not sure if the axe is…Continue

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Sonny Lane added a discussion to the group Whadja Find? Ask Us! Identification and Evaluation
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Does anyone know who this Asian artist might be?

I've had this painting for around 3 years.  I bought it from an auction when a large oil company closed their doors and left essentially everything in their building.  They literally abandoned most everything the building which was several stories tall in downtown Oklahoma City.  I've got a couple more but this one appears really old and does have a symbol or possible signature.  Any help is appreciated. …See More
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Whadja Find? Ask Us! Identification and Evaluation

Let our hundreds of members help you identify, evaluate and discuss the market value of your antiques collectibles and fine art.See More
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Sonny Lane replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Hey Tom..  I appreciate your help.  I've started doing some research on archaic Chinese jade as well.  Thanks for taking your time to do some research!!"
Feb 10
tomsantiquesetcetera replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Thanks Cory for your help on this. Sonny, I checked a few listings for "archaic-style Chinese jade" and the values are low; bids (if any) start around $15-20.00 USD."
Feb 8
Sonny Lane replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Thanks Cory...  I really appreciate your responding.  You've been really helpful!  I may post the art within the next couple of days.  This forum is helpful. Thanks again, Sonny"
Feb 7
Cory Gudwin replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"I deal primarily with Chinese and Japanese decorative arts c1650-1950 I also have personal collection of Buddhist art spanning 1000 years and eight countries of origin.  I will tell you that 99 out of 100 silk scroll paintings brought to me by…"
Feb 7
Sonny Lane replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Thanks Cory...  I really appreciate you taking a look at it.  Is there any value?"
Feb 7
Cory Gudwin replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Yes it is an archaic-style Chinese jade, new. It is chinese yellow jade treated to appear green. It will test positive for jade. The surface decoration is laser-cut It is not a copy of any known burial jade but incorporates elements of…"
Feb 7
Sonny Lane left a comment for Cory Gudwin
"Hi Cory,   I have been referred to you by Tom's Antiques.  Could you take a look at the posting I recently made for a Dragon Face Axe.  It appears to be asian and does have several symbols.  It is very unusual to say…"
Feb 7
Sonny Lane replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Thanks..  I'll send him an email.   Sonny"
Feb 7
tomsantiquesetcetera replied to Sonny Lane's discussion Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?
"Looks like jade to me. Fellow IAO Member (link) is expert; he also buys! Send him a Message. http://iantiqueonline.ning.com/profile/CoryGudwin?xg_source=profiles_memberList "
Feb 7
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Dragon Face Axe with Symbols - Need Help... Is this Asian or some other Culture?

I recently purchased this dragon axe at auction.  I'm totally puzzled as to it's culture of origin and age.  It weighs a little over 7 lbs and is approx. 24 inches long.  I'm not sure if the axe is stone or jadite.  The auctioneer stated it was jade.  Can anyone help or does anyone know someone I could contact for more information or direction?  Any help is greatly apprectiated! The axe is covered with symbols on both sides.  The reason I believe it may be asian is the blade of the axe appears…See More
Feb 5
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