Knife
About this object
History of use
King Icibondo's knife, used for many utilitarian purposes as well as for ceremonial and rituals ones. Personal items such as knifes are individually owned and some carry intensely personal meanings. Knives serve many purposes from cutting timber or food, flaying animals, or as a weapon.
Cultural context
Ultilitarian; ceremonial
Physical description
Large steel knife with round carved wooden handle. Triangular blade with point at right angles to handle. Sharp on all edges. Two holes in centre of blade.
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