Description : Central Africa, Cameroon, Kirdi peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A heavy throwing knife known as a mafa (also matakam) with a hand hammered iron body that terminates in a thick, rattan-wrapped handleand an integral suspension loop pommel. The blade head consists of two hemispherical curves that terminate in a blunt point, a narrow barb protruding from the exterior, and a hammered iron ring loop attached to thelower curve. Dozens of incised hash marks adorn both sides of the blade and give it a unique personalized presentation. In good condition with wear commensurate with age.RH50209
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À propos du lot
n° 292 Titre : Antique African Kirdi Iron Mafa Throwing Knife Provenance : RH50209 Notes : Public preview will be available 7-15-23 11AM-5PM Monarch Auction and Estate Services, Salle de vente
, Peoria, US🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Titre de la vente : Monarch Auction Gallery Collection 7-16-23 Date de la vente : 16/07/2023🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Référence de l'enchère
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