Ethnographic Tribal Knives

Description

Group of (4) Ethnographic Tribal Knives
all with carved wood handles, most blades with engraved decoration, one blade also with barbs and pierced decoration.
Larger 19 7/8 x 5 1/4 in. (50.5 x 13.3 cm.)

Condition

All with wear, oxidation, minor dirt and grime. Three handles with large splits, losses, and/or repairs. One blade with minor losses.

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Ethnographic Tribal Knives

Lot 0055

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