SHORT STABBING SPEAR W/ CHEETAH HIDE COVERED SHAFT

Origin:  South Africa, Possibly Lower Congo    (Provenance:  Ex. Peter Westerdijk, Netherlands (noted author, collector and African weapons expert).   After "The Congo Museum" in the Netherlands Deaccessioned a large group of Congo weapons, Westerdijk purchased them privately and sold many of them to an English Gentlemen in Suffolk UK.   In February we purchased a 350+ piece collection of African and Oceanic Weapons from this UK collector.  This special "spear" is among a small group of quality pieces we've held back specifically for our website clients)

Period/Date: 19th-Early 20th century

Materials:  wood, forged iron, hide/ Cheetah fur, binding

Description:  Shows marvelous old-world craftsmanship.  The spade-shaped end is decorated with embossed decoration and featured a singular copper rivet through the flattened flange.  Very high quality.

Dimensions:   Length 43.75"  (109 cm), Width 1.5"  (4 cm)

Price:  SOLD