Knife Ngbaka Mabo
African weapons and contemporary forms
Rare and authentic Ngbaka Mabo throwing knife from the 1920s - 1940s. In addition to collectors of African weapons, this type of knife is receiving new and growing interest from contemporary art collectors. Indeed you will notice its dynamic and sharp look which makes it a true form object.
The Mabo are reputed to be great blacksmiths and their genius is evident in the form, particularly of their throwing knives. The Mabo and neighbouring peoples used mainly the javelin and throwing knives.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Circa 1920
- Size
- 40 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Metal
- Country
- Origin
- B. v. d. K colonial collection, Ixelles, Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
African weapons and contemporary forms
Rare and authentic Ngbaka Mabo throwing knife from the 1920s - 1940s. In addition to collectors of African weapons, this type of knife is receiving new and growing interest from contemporary art collectors. Indeed you will notice its dynamic and sharp look which makes it a true form object.
The Mabo are reputed to be great blacksmiths and their genius is evident in the form, particularly of their throwing knives. The Mabo and neighbouring peoples used mainly the javelin and throwing knives.