Epée de chef
R. D. Congo, Lobala
n'est plus disponible
Taille
L: 54 cm
L: 21.3 inch
Description
wood, metal,
The shape of the knife was, according to Zirngibl, developed from the judgement sword of the Ngala. The shapely knives seem to embody an elongated human figure with raised arms. Possession of such knives was reserved for chiefs.