A typical mandau from the Kutai area of Borneo.

This type with those very fine carved dog heads and very finely openwork carved spirals 

 is often made as gift to make impression on Dutch administrators or governors.

The quality of the carving is very high combined with very fine plait work of the grip.

The scabbard is very complete with some beadwork, sideknife en nice toggle.

The blade is the typical plain late 19th century example.

Some light traces of old protective lack, some restore.

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South East Borneo

 

End 19th Century.

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Size total: 69 cm.

Blade : 53 cm.

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€ 750 ,- HOLD

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