Three African "Bride-Price" currency swords
Late-19th/early-20th Century; Lokele or Liganda culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The forged iron sword or spear-shaped flat forms slightly different lengths on metal stands
Tallest including base: 71.75" H x 16" W x 2" D
Provenance: Monsein Galleries, Santa Monica, CA
Collection of Marian and John Scott, acquired from the above, 1988
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition Report: Overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, and weathering commensurate with age and use.
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Late-19th/early-20th Century; Lokele or Liganda culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The forged iron sword or spear-shaped flat forms slightly different lengths on metal stands
Tallest including base: 71.75" H x 16" W x 2" D
Provenance: Monsein Galleries, Santa Monica, CA
Collection of Marian and John Scott, acquired from the above, 1988
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Condition Report: Overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, and weathering commensurate with age and use.