Bamileke Apparat Glaive - Cameroon
Artist: Bamileke
Glaive and its ceremonial scabbard. The blade is made of wrought iron with a wooden handle bearing a beautiful patina of use. The scabbard is made of strips of wood (gaps) covered with an animal skin, different fabrics and a cowry sheath. Beautiful object indicating a noble lineage. The fabric is damaged in places.
Dimensions for the sword: 68 x 11 cm Dimensions of the scabbard with the "ears": 54 x 36 cm
Bamileke people, Cameroon, 20th century
Dimensions for the sword: 68 x 11 cm Dimensions of the scabbard with the "ears": 54 x 36 cm
Bamileke people, Cameroon, 20th century
300 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Etat d'usage, quelques manques
Material: Wrought iron
Length: 68 cm
Width: 11 cm
Reference (ID): 705555
Availability: In stock
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