Sword

52-17-2A

From: Borneo

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Native Name Mandau
Object Number 52-17-2A
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Dayak
Provenience Borneo
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal | Wood | Hair | Peel
Description

Undecorated iron blade inserted into a wooden handle, carved with geometric designs. Handle wrapped with braided peel. Gutta percha ring where the blade is inserted. Tufts of dyed red, black and white horse hair are attached to the end of the handle.

Length 61 cm
Width 10 cm
Credit Line Gift of John G. Witthoft, 1952

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