Sold2024Ngulu Sword - Metal, Wood - Ngombe - DR CongoBeautiful, ceremonial sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. This Central African Ngombe Ngulu sword was reputedly used for executions. Later, it became a sign of prestige. Very nice specimen withSee Sold Price
Sold2023Prestige Knife - Metal, Wood - Ikul - Kuba - CongoAncient Ikul prestige Knife in wood and metal - KUBA - D.R of Congo. Beautiful stylish blade with a nice patina of age. This knife named Ikul, can also be considered as a short sword. According to theSee Sold Price
Sold2021Mangbetu Peoples, Chief's knifeMangbetu Peoples, Chief's knife, DR Congo, forged iron sickle blade, wood handle, rattan wrap, on custom metal stand, 14"h Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC Notes/LiteratSee Sold Price
Sold2022BakongoD.R. Congo Wood, mirror, metal, seedpods, and nails 39 cm Provenance: Dr. Tschopp, Muttenz, Switzerland Galerie Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels Private collection, Belgium Nkisi N-Konde or power figure wiSee Sold Price
Sold2018Early 20th C. Kuba Ppl Colonial Figure in PrayerEarly 20th C. Kuba Ppl Colonial Figure in Prayer. D.R. Congo. Wood with metal. Height: 8 in. (custom steel mount). In very good condition, overall; slight abrasions to high points. Medium brown aged pSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancestor figure - Wood - Mangbetu - CongoStylistic ancestor figure from the Mangbetu tribe of DR Congo. The figure has a typical high fan-shaped hairstyle and its body adorned with tattoos, the ideal of MANGBETU beauty. Mangbetu art is famouSee Sold Price
Sold2021(3) African iron currency blades / weapons(3) African iron currency blades / weapons, Each on custom metal display stand, including a Kuba throwing knife with wood handle, DR Congo, 11.5"h; a Mumuye wide spear head, Nigeria, 19.75"h, and a naSee Sold Price
Sold2021Group (5) Kuba short swords and sheathsGroup (5) Kuba short swords and sheaths, DR Congo, iron, wood, brass, copper wire, woven rattan, some blades with designs, 22.5"l (largest), 16.5"l (shortest) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished ProfeSee Sold Price
Sold20202 Chokwe Complex Spears, D.R. Congo, 20th c.A group of two Chokwe Complex spears. Democratic Republic of the Congo/Angola, Central Africa. 20th century. Wood and metal. ++ 55 1/4" x 4 1/8" x 1 3/4". Condition: spear contains a hanging contraptiSee Sold Price
Sold2020Songye Axe, D.R. Congo, 20th c.A Songye axe. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. 20th century. Wood and metal. 14 1/4" x 7 1/4" x 2 1/4". Condition: includes stand. Wear and abrasions throughout. Provenance: Private NSee Sold Price
Sold2022Ngala double sided sword / Currency - Copper, Wood - Ngombe - CongoBeautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. Very nice specimen with great patina! Beautiful decorations are incorporated in the tray. It was also used as a means of exSee Sold Price
Sold2021Ngala double sided sword – Iron, Wood –Title: Ngala double sided sword – Iron, Wood – Ngombe – DR Congo Description: Beautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. Very nice specimen with greSee Sold Price
Sold2023Ngala double sided sword / Currency - Copper, Wood - Ngombe - CongoBeautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. Very nice specimen with great patina! Beautiful decorations are incorporated in the tray. It was also used as a means of exSee Sold Price
Sold2024Sword / Currency - Copper, Wood - Ngombe - CongoBeautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. Very nice specimen with great patina! Beautiful decorations are incorporated in the tray. It was also used as a means of exSee Sold Price
Sold20196 Figures and Utilitarian Objects. 20th c.A group of six ethnographic figural and utilitarian objects. 20th century. ++ Songye wood power charm. D.R. Congo. 11 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 3 3/4". ++ Polynesian club.18 1/4" x 3". ++ Yoruba metal figurine.See Sold Price
Sold2022Sword / Currency – Copper, Wood – NgombeTitle: Sword / Currency – Copper, Wood – Ngombe – Congo Additional Information: Beautiful, double sided execution sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. Very nice specimen with gSee Sold Price
Sold2019Ngala Related Ppls Prestige Sword w/ Sheath19th/20th C. Ngala Related Ppls Prestige Sword w/ Sheath. D.R.Congo, Central Africa. Wood, African iron, animal hide, European brass tacks, brass strips and copper wire. Length: 16.5 in. Very good conSee Sold Price
Sold2022Kuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swordsKuba, Poto & Kota Peoples, (4) swords, DR Congo and Gabon, iron, copper, wood, woven rattan, the blades with etched geometric designs, 23"l (largest) Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor PhilSee Sold Price
Sold2023Large African, Congo, Kuba Tribe Helmet Mask.Large African, Congo, Kuba Tribe Helmet Mask. Size 10 inches high, 12 1/2 length. Large carved wood ceremonial mask with shells and metal straps over wood. painted decoration. Provenance: Ex Dr ArnoldSee Sold Price
Sold2019SONGYE/LUBA CARVED AFRICAN SPIRIT MASK19th c. Kifwebe of the Songye/Luba Peoples, North Shaba, (Katanga, DR Congo), in painted and carved wood with downturned horns of a Ram, symbol of virility and leadership. Displayed on a black metal mSee Sold Price
Sold2024Sword knife with woven wooden sheath - D. R. Congo, Ngombe, Poto, Dokometal, wood, animal skin, plant material, cord, L: 60 cm (sword); 46 cm (sheath), L: 23,6 inch Provenance: Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany Lit.: Zirngibl, Manfred A. & Alexander Kubetz,See Sold Price
Sold2016Small knife - D.R. Congowood, iron, handle wrapped with brass wire, eloborate punched blade, wooden sheath wrapped with strips of metal, resp. rattan, min. dam., fine cracks (sheath), slight traces of corrosion H: 16,5 cm, HSee Sold Price
Sold2023Mangbetu Style, Carved Wood Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central AfricaMangbetu style, carved wood figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, 20th century. Approximate size, 17" H. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New YorkSee Sold Price
Sold2023Lot 6 Vintage Letter Openers, Brass & MoreSix vintage letter openers. Knife / sword forms. Pieces are crafted from metal, brass, resinous material, and wood. Intricately detailed sword form letter opener signed RICORDO DR FIRENZE. Largest MeaSee Sold Price