KNIFE

Kuba culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo

First half of the 20th century

Wood, brass, steel

Long. total: 55.5; Long. blade: 40 cm

Knife with steel blade, two-edged, ending in a point.

Wooden handle, covered with brass wire.

Scabbard consisting of two blades of light wood, engraved with geometric patterns, joined by two attachment cords.

Ref. : 1747

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