The prevailing concept of the male
African has always been that a man
armed with spear, shield, bow &
arrow. However, a closer examination of the African and his culture
reveals a multitude of other
weapons which have been developed. Despite the primitive technology
most of these weapons excel in
terms of quality, design & function.
The encroachment of modern
civilization in many parts of Africa
has not destroyed the old way of life
or its customs, for traditional
weapons can still be found in
remote parts of the continent.
Theoretically, weapon designs are
related to specific tribes, but since a
well-forged weapon is a desired item
of trade, the same designs can be
found among neighboring tribes.
58"H x 3.25"W
The prevailing concept of the male
African has always been that a man
armed with spear, shield, bow &
arrow. However, a closer examination of the African and his culture
reveals a multitude of other
weapons which have been developed. Despite the primitive technology
most of these weapons excel in
terms of quality, design & function.
The encroachment of modern
civilization in many parts of Africa
has not destroyed the old way of life
or its customs, for traditional
weapons can still be found in
remote parts of the continent.
Theoretically, weapon designs are
related to specific tribes, but since a
well-forged weapon is a desired item
of trade, the same designs can be
found among neighboring tribes. Ex James Schmidt Collection
58"H x 3.25"W
