Carved green tone jade, the object has the shape of ax with an eagle head handle. There are two holes located at the blade and the handle. A bulge shape hole is seen on the neck of the eagle head. typical round shape groove lines of Hongshan Culture jade are presented on the blade of the ax. Antiquity evidence of cleaving vein, exposed crystal plane, differential weathering, and diffusive markings are seen. The streamline carving technique is skillfully applied to enhance the mastery of the workmanship of the entire object.
Appraisal Indexes:
- quality of jade: 7
- rareness: 9
- historical and cultural significance:8
- workmanship: 10
- size:8
- condition: 10