Yaka Knife with Sheath, 20th century - Lot 137

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Yaka Knife with Sheath, 20th century - Lot 137
Yaka Knife with Sheath, 20th century A Yaka knife from Central Africa featuring a long iron blade with a central ridge decorated with punched motifs. The wooden handle is partially sheathed in metal and ends in a conical pommel adorned with an openwork element. The knife is housed in its stitched leather sheath, which ends in a circular tip. This piece dates from the first half of the 20th century. Details: Period: first half of the 20th century; Origin: Yaka, Central Africa; Materials: iron, wood, metal, and leather; Length with sheath: 57 cm; Knife length: 56 cm, Condition: signs of wear, oxidation, abrasions, old stitching, and a patina of age.
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