Bidspirit auction | A DAYAK HEADHUNTER PARANG IHLANG

A DAYAK HEADHUNTER PARANG IHLANG OR MANDAU SWORD - The grip of ironwood, finely-carved with aso motifs and retaining its intricately-woven wrap and hair ornaments. The handforged blade with expanded tip chisel-edged and convex on the reverse. In its carved wooden scabbard, retains its woven rattan sling. Early 20th century. Minor wear. Overall length 79cm/ 31 1/4”. Condition II