African Sickle Sword—probably Yoruba, First Half Of The 20th Century
African sickle sword—probably Yoruba, first half of the 20th century
A prestige weapon with a blade most likely salvaged from a European billhook.
Cast bronze hilt.
The hilt’s style suggests it was crafted by the Yoruba people (Nigeria, Benin, Togo).
There is a small crack at the bottom of the bronze, which does not affect the overall strength of the piece.
General oxidation of the steel.
Weight: 847 g
Length: 57 cm
Blade length: 37 cm
Blade width: 22.5 cm
A prestige weapon with a blade most likely salvaged from a European billhook.
Cast bronze hilt.
The hilt’s style suggests it was crafted by the Yoruba people (Nigeria, Benin, Togo).
There is a small crack at the bottom of the bronze, which does not affect the overall strength of the piece.
General oxidation of the steel.
Weight: 847 g
Length: 57 cm
Blade length: 37 cm
Blade width: 22.5 cm
360 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Condition of use
Reference (ID): 1789272
Availability: In stock
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