Sacrificial Chicken Knife Wanja
Tetela / Kuba, D.R. Congo
Iron, wood, brass
Early 20th century

While the careful wood carving and elaborate brass wrap suggest this blade was an item of high prestige, the extremely sharp serrated edge confirms its purpose as a functional object. 

25.375 in :: 64.5 cm

InventoryID #13-2315

SOLD