A DAYAK MANDAU

Straight, single-edged blade, chiselled on the back toward the weak, rust areas, decorated with engravings and brass inlays (small parts missing). Bone grip, finely embossed, the base covered with vegetable binding, the pommel with horsehair; wooden, embossed scabbard, fiber suspension rope, a pendant with a 20 Sen silver coin.

Borneo, 19th Century
length 64 cm.
Conditions: medium