Zemanek-Münster

Knife

Gabon, Fang
not available anymore
Size
L: 52 cm
L: 20.5 inch

Description

wood, shiny brown patina, iron, animal hair, wooden handle, partly wrapped with brass sheet, the upper part of the blade decorated with elaborate ornaments, min. dam., slight traces of corrosion, on metal base;
the knives of the Fang tribes are distinguished by their beauty and refined designs which, however, do not camouflage their functionality.


Comparing literature

Fischer, Werner, Zirngibl, Manfred A., Afrikanische Waffen, Passau 1978, p. 190

Subscribe to our newsletter

Join over 10,000 tribal art collectors. Don't miss out on upcoming news and auctions.

Subscribe today