Beautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo.
Very nice specimen with great patina!
Beautiful decorations are incorporated in the tray.
It was also used as a means of exchange: ” Currency”. The owner of this item was given some form of social status.
| Object |
Ngale double sided sword / currency |
| Ethnic group: |
Ngobme |
| Country: |
DR Congo |
| Material: |
Wood, Copper |
| Estimated period: |
Second half 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
No |
| Dimensions: |
62x20x6 cm |
| Weight: |
700 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
