Bidspirit auction | A WEST SUDAN THROWING KNIFE

A WEST SUDAN THROWING KNIFE - Of characteristic form with unusual Mahdist decorations and grip treatment: the grip covered in interwoven leather strips with white crocodile bands, the blade with Arabic inscription, SENHAWE, likely a name, and the common era date 1871 expressed in Arabic numerals. Dated 1871. Light wear. Overall length 72.8cm. Condition II