Description:

**Originally Listed At $250**

West Africa, Nigeria, Tiv people, ca. late 19th to 20th century CE. A striking Nigerian Tiv sword; the hilt and scabbard covered in brass linear and geometric designs formed via the lost wax technique with 2 heads and 1 standing figure with mythical features at the top of the pommel. The tapered iron blade features 2 annular piercings. Size with sheath: 21.5" L x 5.1" W (54.6 cm x 13 cm); without sheath: 19.2" L x 3.9" W (48.8 cm x 9.9 cm)

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#186088

  • Condition: Weathering and abrasions as shown, but otherwise intact and excellent with nice detail and rich patina throughout.

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