Bidspirit auction | Yoruba Ceremonial Iron & Brass

Yoruba Ceremonial Iron & Brass Sword, Nigeria - African Yoruba Ogboni Society ceremonial sword with heavy decorated brass handle from 19th century or earlier, Nigeria. Heavy iron blade with a square section that transitions to a single edged sword with a slight tapper upward. The brass handle with a beautiful deep patina of heavy brass circular form with designs of interlacing brass and flared base. Size overall 18 1/2” L, blade 13 1/2” L Published Author of African Iron Age art and Antiques