Although uncommon, spears similar to this were used in the Voltaic region by peoples such as the Dogon and Mossi. It is very unusual with the ornate metal embellishments and the spatula shape at the foot of the spear.
Please see similar examples in Roberto Ballarini’s ‘Black Africa’s Traditional Arms’ - page 96.
Ex Thomas G.B. Wheelock collection, New York.
59 1/4" in length.
Blade is 1 1/4" in width, and bottom is 2".
