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African Arts & Artifacts Auction

August 18 — 23, 2018
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LOT 193

Lot 193

Kuba Ceremonial Prestige Knife (Ikula) together with a Kongo Knife, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa

Kuba Ceremonial Prestige Knife (Ikula) together with a Kongo Knife, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa
Lot 193 Details
Kuba Ceremonial Prestige Knife (Ikula) together with a Kongo Knife, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa

the former with lancet form blade to brass wrapped hardwood handle; the latter with hook form blade to hardwood handle
length 15.25 in — 38.7 cm; 16.25 in — 41.3 cm

Estimate $120-$160

Realised: $96
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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