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A 19th C. Zulu Knobkerrie with Adzed Decoration

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A 19th C. Zulu Knobkerrie with Adzed Decoration

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Description

An Antique Zulu Knobkerrie

This stunning knobkerrie is truly a remarkable one of a kind. It has a deep rich chestnut colored hardwood, with an aged patina to complement its beautiful craftsmanship. The globular head consists of several deep adzed decorations. The haft seems to have an aged trim, this is common for some Zulu weaponry taken back home as souveniers by British soldiers after the Anglo-Zulu wars of 1879. However, this knobkerrie features a nice aged patina consistent throughout the knobkerrie. This type of knobkerrie was typically carried by Zulu men as a symbol of status or prestige..
Approx Dimensions: L 27" W 2?"
Material: Wood
Provenance: UK Market, England

Zulu KnobkerriesKnobkerries were an indispensable weapon of war both in Africa and abroad. In Africa, the weapon found particular use among Nguni peoples. Among the Zulu people, they are known as iwisa. The iwisa was not typically used in combat ? though they were occasionally used as thrown weapons in place of the throwing spear or isijula. Instead, the Zulu used iwisa as swagger sticks, ceremonial objects, or even as snuff containers. In the 20th century, the Zulu nationalist movement Inkatha viewed iwisa as traditional weapons and lobbied for the right to carry such weapons in public

Condition

Very Good Condition: Item may show wear, chips, cracks, scratches and may show signs of regular use.

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A 19th C. Zulu Knobkerrie with Adzed Decoration

Name: A 19th C. Zulu Knobkerrie with Adzed Decoration
SKU: 177706422
Price: 1000 CAD
Availability: InStock

Estimate CA$1,000 - CA$15,000

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