Zaire, Bakuba Knife with Carved Wooden Sheath

Iron blade of symmetrical sculptural form with wooden grip above; the sheath with carved geometric decorations to the recto.

LLA works in partnership with ARTA to fulfill shipments of most of the items we sell; weaponry is not included. Alternative shipping vendors are available. Please find a courtesy listing of local options on our Support Page.

Blade 14 in.

Property Deaccessioned from Old Salem and The Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA), Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Worn and aged surfaces; the blade with some rust.