€ 130,00
Object | Ikul prestige knife |
Ethnic group: | Kuba |
Country: | DR Congo |
Material: | Wood, Copper |
Estimated period: | Second half 20th century |
Sold with stand: | No |
Dimensions: | 38x6x5 cm |
Weight: | 260 gram |
Condition: | Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
Out of stock
Great Ikul prestige Knife in wood and metal – KUBA – D.R of Congo. Beautiful stylish blade with a nice patina of age.
This knife named Ikul, can also be considered as a short sword.
According to the book “De Fer et de Fierté”, page 228, it is indicated that this kind of blade would be of a Pyaang origin, a people of renowned forgers.
These knives are part of the equipment of every free man. The blade is either made of forged iron, red copper or aluminium.
Good condition with traces of tribal use.
Any questions? Ask us anything via Whatsapp!