Lokele sword and scabbard - DR Congo
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Lokele sword with sheath from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the early 20th century, featuring a dark wooden grip with a polyhedral pommel, a forged iron blade of 42.5 cm, a leather sheath with metal diamond‑shaped plates, overall dimensions 44 × 9.4 × 15 cm and total weight 1392 g, provenance from an old Belgian collection, authentic/original and in good condition.
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Description from the seller
People Lokele/Topoke, DR Congo
Beautiful short sword of the Lokele people, originating from the center-east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The forged iron blade has a characteristic diamond-shaped form, with a marked mid-bulge and a central ridge engraved with fine linear motifs.
The grip, dark wood patinated by use, ends in a broad and heavy polyhedral faceted pommel, typical of Lokele production.
The leather sheath is covered with metal plates, with a beautiful decoration of diamonds adorned with punched motifs.
The visible leather shows an old cracked patina.
Condition: The photos are part of the description.
Provenance: old Belgian collection
Dating: estimated: early 20th century
Dimensions and weight:
Total dimensions 44 cm
Sword length 42.5 cm
Sword width 9.4 cm
Scabbard length 30 cm
Scabbard width 15 cm
Total weight 1392 grams
Secure delivery by Bpost or GLS
People Lokele/Topoke, DR Congo
Beautiful short sword of the Lokele people, originating from the center-east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The forged iron blade has a characteristic diamond-shaped form, with a marked mid-bulge and a central ridge engraved with fine linear motifs.
The grip, dark wood patinated by use, ends in a broad and heavy polyhedral faceted pommel, typical of Lokele production.
The leather sheath is covered with metal plates, with a beautiful decoration of diamonds adorned with punched motifs.
The visible leather shows an old cracked patina.
Condition: The photos are part of the description.
Provenance: old Belgian collection
Dating: estimated: early 20th century
Dimensions and weight:
Total dimensions 44 cm
Sword length 42.5 cm
Sword width 9.4 cm
Scabbard length 30 cm
Scabbard width 15 cm
Total weight 1392 grams
Secure delivery by Bpost or GLS
Details
Period
Early 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Lokele sword and scabbard - DR Congo
Height
44 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
1392 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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