Boa Knife
African prestige weapon
This authentic African Boa Angba weapon was used as a symbol of prestige and currency. They were attached at belt level, you will notice that the size of the handle is deliberately small. Very nice functional blade, high quality forging. The dating of this weapon is established between the beginning and the middle of the 20th century, probably from the 1920s and 1930s. The shape of the blade makes this a rare and sought after model.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Circa 1920
- Size
- 87 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Metal
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Stand
- Included
- Condition
- Excellent
African prestige weapon
This authentic African Boa Angba weapon was used as a symbol of prestige and currency. They were attached at belt level, you will notice that the size of the handle is deliberately small. Very nice functional blade, high quality forging. The dating of this weapon is established between the beginning and the middle of the 20th century, probably from the 1920s and 1930s. The shape of the blade makes this a rare and sought after model.