Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade
  • Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade
  • Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade
  • Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade
  • Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade
  • Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade

Rare Kuba Dagger (Ikul) with Copper Blade

15853
$325.00

Ikul Kuba Dagger

Description

Every man of the Kuba people carry the IKUL a symbol of manhood. The Ikul first appeared in the 17 C. and kept similar shape and styles well into the 20th C. A leaf shape steel blade and a wooden short handle decorated with metal inserts. Ikul with copper blades are scarce and highly regarded.

The Ikul dagger offered here is mid 20C. of typical dimensions and shape. Copper blade with a forged central rib and three large round apertures. Classical shaped wood handle decorated with metal inserts in a geometrical design.

Blade 9 ½ inches (24 cm). Total length 13 ½ inches (35 cm). Very good condition.