Ornamental knife
D. R. Congo, Mangbetu
not available anymore
Size
H: 32,5 cm
H: 12.8 inch
Description
wood, copper alloy, the handle carved with a narrow head with the characteristic deformation of the skull, elaborate scarifications, pointed blade sharpened on both sides, min. dam., crack, slight traces of corrosion, base;
most likely made as ornamental knife but may have also been used in cultic rites