Sword

68-18-49A

From: Gabon

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 68-18-49A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Fang
Provenience Gabon
Section African
Materials Ivory
Description

Pair of matching ivory swords made by native for MHK. Of split elephant tusk. Flat on one side, handle in relief. Long curved blade tapering to point.

Length 46 cm
Width 4 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. S. Logan Kerr, 1968

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