Early 20th Century Kuba Kongo Knife in Sheath

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Kongo Knife with Carved Handle & Leather Sheath
A striking hand-forged knife from the Kongo region of Central Africa, distinguished … Read more Kongo Knife with Carved Handle & Leather Sheath
A striking hand-forged knife from the Kongo region of Central Africa, distinguished by its sculptural handle featuring a carved human figure. Such figural elements often reflect ancestral presence or spiritual protection, connecting the object to the rich artistic traditions of the Kongo peoples.
The blade is paired with a fitted leather sheath, traditionally used for both protection and portability. Knives like this served practical purposes but also held symbolic value, sometimes indicating status or used in ritual contexts.
Carved from wood and shaped by hand, the handle exemplifies the Kongo aesthetic—where utility and artistry merge, and everyday objects are imbued with cultural meaning.
A unique piece for collectors of African weapons, ethnographic art, or sculptural artifacts.








The blade is slightly loose from the handleHeight (In) 13.0Width (In) 1.5Depth (In) 1.5
Out of Sheath: 12.5 x 1.5 x 1.5








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