Accession Number1998/1.46
TitleKnife
Artist(s)MboleObject Creation Date19th centuryMedium & Supportmetal, copper, and woodDimensions 24 7/16 in x 6 11/16 in x 1 5/16 in (62 cm x 17 cm x 3.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of Susan B. and John F. UllrichLabel copySubject matterThis large knife, or perhaps a small sword, with a triangular blade ends in a rounded point. The handle is wrapped with wire, possibly copper. The usage of the knife is unknown though its detailed decoration suggests that it may have functioned primarily as a ceremonial, rather than functional, weapon.
Physical DescriptionA knife with a wooden handle wrapped in wire, possibly copper. The handle terminates in a round knob. It has a long triangular blade that flares, narrows, then flares before narrowing to a rounded point.
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Keywords
regalia
symbols of office or status
weaponry
weapons