For your viewing we have this antique West African tribal Mandingo short sword. This elaborate, alluring piece was formed around 1890-1900. It holds a dramatically hand forged blade that is slightly curved and brightly polished with a solid wooden grip covered with reddish brown leather with hand painted patina. The blade is held in it's beautifully made scabbard which is totally covered with reddish brown decorated leather with all its stitch-work still intact. The scabbard features circular leather buttons and two long lengths of decorated leather covered in patterned print-work and a single large tassel swings from the centre of the scabbard casing. A very attractive and decorative hand made antique, Islamic tribal sword from Senegal or the Sudan.
Condition
It’s missing one of the large buttons and one of the leather pieces is torn off and separated.
The metal at the end of the scabbard is bent and the blade has some rust. There are other various areas of wear.
We do our best to create the best possible conditions for our photography, however the colours of the photos may differ slightly from the original items
The sword measures approximately
29 and 3/4” long.
Shipping
Before you make any purchases with items such as this you will need to contact us for a overseas shipping and UK courier cost as rates will vary by destination and complexity and could make considerable change to the value of this item. You are free to collect these items in person.
Please carefully look at all images as they may hold intricate details.
Return Policy
No returns with this item.
Please be aware before purchasing that some items may show signs of fair wear and tear due to their age. We will not send any items out if we are not entirely happy with its condition.
Every item gets cleaned and restored (if necessary) ready for its new home.
