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Hearst Museum object titled Axe, accession number 5-11407, described as Axe, Africa; Mali; Tuareg (Murdock 15:23). 1972. 5-11407, acc no. 2870, file code 1.6. Collector: Andrew B. Smith. Donor: Andrew B. Smith. Materials, techniques: Iron, hand wrought; wood is Balanites aegyptiaca. Tuareg name for wood is Taborak. Context of use: Note: this was only axe seen by collector with stamped designs. General purpose axe, used for chopping Acacia tree wood for tent poles, hoeing etc. Description: Axe, iron blade on wood handle; blade has geometric and life form stamped designs, handle is knobbed shaped wood stick, blade inset in performation in side of knobbed end. L. 59.7 cms, blade Length 22.4 cms. Made by men of blacksmith caste, "forgerom" French word

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