AF530: Lobi Prestige Sword

A classic and beautifully shaped Lobi Prestige sword / staff. Forged steel, with the blade being a "V" shape with the concave side towards the back. The handle has a wrapping of steel wire. The surface is oxidized and rusted to a nice old patina. This piece comes mounted on a custom metal base.    

26 1/2" Tall by 6" Wide. Early 20th century, Burkina Faso, Africa.