The ceremonial knife was introduced
by an early Kuba king as a peaceful
replacement for a more warlike throwing
knife. The hilt is exquisitely decorated
by inlaying thousands of wire bits into
the wood.
15.5"H x 3.5"W
The ceremonial knife was introduced
by an early Kuba king as a peaceful
replacement for a more warlike throwing
knife. The hilt is exquisitely decorated
by inlaying thousands of wire bits into
the wood. Ex James Schmidt Collection
15.5"H x 3.5"W