Throwing Knife, Ngbaka Peoples, Zaire

Throwing Knife 
Ngbaka peoples, Zaire, Africa
Steel and leather
Early 20th century
21″ Tall by 13” Wide
These unusual weapons were used in the hand, throw and used as important status symbols within the culture. The elegant form is reminiscent of an antelope head, and the front surface has fine chisel work decorations. Mounted on a custom metal stand. Previously in the collection of Bill Jamison, Ontario, Canada.
$1200

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