Pair of ceremonial swords - Lot 11

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Pair of ceremonial swords - Lot 11
Pair of ceremonial swords Yoruba, Nigeria The Yoruba Edan ceremonial knives always come in pairs and are kept in the family sanctuary and only come out to be danced on special occasions. The anthropomorphic handles, one is characterized by a figure with a broad beard, the other by a light goatee. Perhaps two figures of the same age. The blade is covered with incisions, it is riveted to the handle. Bronze and iron with a light brown patina on the whole. Length: 84 and 87 cm.
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