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Ceremonial Knife

A work made of iron and wood.

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  • A work made of iron and wood.

Date:

Early/mid–20th century

Artist:

Zande
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central Africa

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of Africa

Culture

Zande

Title

Ceremonial Knife

Place

Democratic Republic of the Congo (Object made in)

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Made 1900–1975

Medium

Iron and wood

Dimensions

H.: 40.6 cm (16 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Herbert Baker

Reference Number

1969.894

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