General
General
Object Auto ID
23601
Alternate Codes
objectautoid_sahrisv1_29856
Common Name
knife and sheath
Local Name
bakatwa
Quantity
1.00
Object Description
Knife consists of a metal blade with a handle. The handle has an upper section that is carved with geometric designs. The sheath has matching geometric designs and is bound at the top with a metal strip bound around it and at the bottom with band of wire work. A 'toe' projects out at the bottom of the sheath. An arched structure projects out of the shaft and is used to attach a fastening strap to the knife.
Description
History
History
Object Age Comment
19th century
Cultural Association
Production Place
Place of Use
Collector
Collector Comment
Jonathan Lowen
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