Early 20th Century Ngombe (Congo) ceremonial sword. Hand-forged double-sided metal blade with stamped detailing and wooden handle with silver-colored wrapping. Hand-forged display stand is included and was custom made in Belgium to fit this specific tribal arm. Splitting/cracking on wood handle as in photo. It appears some of it was buffed to remove surface rust. Small sword measures 18.5” x 4.5” and on the display base approximately 19.5” x 4.5” x 4” deep-$349