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Actually many southern Sudanese spears did use bamboo, and from I understand this was from Nuba regions. This barbed style spear does seem to resemble some Sudanese spears, though it does seem rather sheet like steel and more likely fairly modern. Interesting on the coiled wire also, and how surplus or salvaged materials are always put to use in these ways, incredibly industrious.
It does seem that Zande, as David suggested might be quite possible also, as they are situated in regions of southwest Sudan, along with Congo regions in the northeast part, and the influences mentioned might well be a factor. All best regards, Jim |
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Jim,
Thank you for your input. Although the blade is rather thick it isn't as far as i can see a forged blade but a sheet like steel blade like you noticed. Thanks and regards, Henk |
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Hi Henk,
check this out.....notice the decoration http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ighlight=gille and this page.....scroll down (approx. 1/4 page) http://www.ezakwantu.com/Gallery%20A...%20Weapons.htm Regards David Last edited by katana; 21st August 2010 at 01:52 PM. |
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Hi David,
Awsome. So it is Somali, Danakil, a ceremonial spear. Great!! Thanks David! Regards, Henk |
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You're very welcome Regards David |
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Hello folks, we thought these pictures of some of our new arrivals might be of interest. We've got them marked down as Somali or Danikil. The beatiful wire bound head in the lowest picture we've had a while and the quility of the workmanship is superb. The hafts on all appear to be wood.
Regards Andy and Karina |
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