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        "tombstone": "Ceremonial Axe, before 1916. Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Songye, 20th century. Iron, wood, and copper; overall: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.); handle: 43.2 cm (17 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of J. H. Wade, 1916.739",
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        "title": "Ceremonial Axe",
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        "department": "African Art",
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        "type": "Arms and Armor",
        "measurements": "Overall: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.); Handle: 43.2 cm (17 in.)",
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        "description": "Songye artists working in various metals produced a variety of ornamental objects, like this one used as an insignia of high office. Each column supporting the blade was decorated with a face, then forged, and twisted individually before being welded in place to create an intricate openwork design. The wooden handle is completely covered in copper, a precious metal reserved for rulers.",
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        "updated_at": "2026-05-01 06:46:13.877000"
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