Lwena ceremonial knife, DR Congo, early 20th century - Lot 67

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Lwena ceremonial knife, DR Congo, early 20th century - Lot 67
Lwena ceremonial knife, DR Congo, early 20th century Iron knife attributed to the Lwena, characterized by a long, narrow blade with a profile that flares out slightly towards the base and ends in a triangular tip; the blade surface features rows of longitudinally arranged punctuated motifs obtained by decorative hammering; the carved wooden handle depicts a stylized female figure with a face of half-closed eyes, a thin mouth and an elaborate hairstyle decorated with incised motifs in a grid pattern; the base of the handle features incised geometric registers forming a structured decoration; this type of knife is associated with contexts of prestige and representation within Central African societies; the object is presented on a Plexiglas presentation base. Details: Length: 49.5 cm - Weight: 400 g - Materials: iron and wood - DR Congo - Early 20th century.
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