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This is the rating and price for Mongo Or Maasai Spear Iron Blade Congo , Unknown



Description : Additional Information: , ,Spears of this kind are found in the Equatorial region and the northern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo among the Mongo and the Bangala people usually presented as a warrior people. Weapons from the Mongo peoples are among the strongest most fascinating in all Africa. different sizes also. These people have to face the wild life of the forest and all kind of dangerous animals. For this reason they have developed a broad range of weapons to protect themselves and also for hunting . In the ancient time, they had also to defend themselves against their enemies and the colonial power. Thus, spears like this served as arms during a war and also as an object of high prestige, this last function is the most important today. In many ethnic groups, spears were used as currency in payment of the dowry to the wife's familly during a marriage process. ,  ,
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Estimate (low-high) : 150 USD-175 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 107398
Title : Mongo Or Maasai Spear Iron Blade Congo , Period : Unknown
Medium : iron, wood, unknown metal
Size : Height: 61 Inches Width: 2 Inches
Condition report : Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.   Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use.  We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings.  Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. rust, cracks, stains, dents, and scrapes, see pictures for details.
Africa Direct, auctioneer, Denver, CO It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Africa Art, Mask, Baskets, Statues and more
Sale date : 27 Nov 2016 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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