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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
Superb and authentic prestige sword of the Poto ethnicity (Poto / Ngombe / Doko group), originating from the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo (Ubangi basin).
Main characteristics:
- Forged iron blade, carefully worked, featuring a very characteristic openwork form with curved branching cutouts.
- The blade surface is adorned with delicate geometric engravings and fishbone / chevron motifs executed by hand.
- Wooden handle carved and enclosed by an original metal collar.
- The pommel is wrapped in a substantial bulb of plant fibers (raffia) interlaced in the traditional manner.
Old piece dating from the first half of the 20th century (circa 1920-1950). Beautiful patina of use attesting to its authenticity. The rust on the blade is well stabilized and does not affect the metal's solidity.
A fine collector's item, representative of the forging work and traditional craftsmanship of the Congo Basin.
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Superb and authentic prestige sword of the Poto ethnicity (Poto / Ngombe / Doko group), originating from the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo (Ubangi basin).
Main characteristics:
- Forged iron blade, carefully worked, featuring a very characteristic openwork form with curved branching cutouts.
- The blade surface is adorned with delicate geometric engravings and fishbone / chevron motifs executed by hand.
- Wooden handle carved and enclosed by an original metal collar.
- The pommel is wrapped in a substantial bulb of plant fibers (raffia) interlaced in the traditional manner.
Old piece dating from the first half of the 20th century (circa 1920-1950). Beautiful patina of use attesting to its authenticity. The rust on the blade is well stabilized and does not affect the metal's solidity.
A fine collector's item, representative of the forging work and traditional craftsmanship of the Congo Basin.
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Details
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Iron (wrought), Leather, Wood
Condition
Good condition
Height
64 cm
Width
10 cm
Weight
700 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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