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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: The Netherlands
Posts: 2,237
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This mandau is 2nd half 20th century, made for ceremonial wear / dancing.
Traditional motifs and techniques, but less refined. The blade looks like a machinemade blade. The name appears to be stamped and will probably be not more than a producer or retailers name, (not engraved or etched) The charm is of a type that was used by shamans. Please see below pictures from Hornbill and Dragon by B. Sellato. The second picture with 2 examples from my collection. They are indeed also seen on baby carriers, but imho this is not a original use of these charms. Best regards, Willem |
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