Sword

54-18-13

From: Philippine Islands | Mindanao

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Native Name Klewang
Object Number 54-18-13
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Moro
Provenience Philippine Islands | Mindanao
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal | Wood | Plant Fiber
Description

Straight, single-edged blade widening to point which is rounded on back. Grip cord wrapped; wooden pommel curved and terminating on side in delicately carved leaf.

Length 64.5 cm
Width 5.2 cm
Credit Line Gift of F. Lieber, 1954

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