Short Sword / Prestige Blade
Songyé-Beneki / Nsapo, D.R. Congo
Iron, wood, copper
Late 19th / early 20th century

This prestige blade is a well-defined style that comes from the Songyé-Beneki or Nsapo, however many variations have been recorded. The handle can range from simple carved wood (seen here) to much fancier designs decorated in mixed metals. The iron blades can have varying amounts of grooves and incising, and copper work is sometimes present. 

22.5 in :: 57 cm

InventoryID #13-2749

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