These weapons were often forged for a specific person, indicating his hierarchical status in the community, his rank as a warrior, for example. The handles are also highly worked, surrounded by wire and copper bands wound or braided
Very nice specimen with great patina!
It was also used as a means of exchange: ” Currency”. The owner of this item was given some form of social status. The wooden handle is not stuck to the sword.
Object |
Poto Sword |
Ethnic group: |
Ngombe |
Country: |
DR Congo |
Material: |
Wood, Iron |
Estimated period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
56x7x4 cm |
Weight: |
500 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |