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From the famed Reuben Reubens collection (Bonham’s Auction tag attached), 33 1/4" length, carved wood with a long shaped grip and fanciful shaped blade with acutely raised false edge pierced for suspension of ornaments. Undoubtedly part of the booty sacked from Benin by the British during the 1897 Punitive Expedition. See Pitt Rivers Museum, #1991.13.17 for another example with the blade sheathed in coral beadwork. This example evidently was sheathed in beadwork as well as the blade is tool finished only. The tip bears a short crack with plant fiber repair. The tip of the crest at the back of the blade broken in antiquity and worn over from use. Dark glossy patina throughout. Note: As the Benin Kingdom ceased to exist after the 1897 Punitive Expedition, all Benin art and artifacts predate that event. Since the looting of Benin City represented by far, the greatest acquisition, by Europeans of Benin art and artifacts, virtually any Benin items may confidently be attributed to that event.

Stock Number: FNS6071

$1,150.00


or $115.00 + $94.09 for 11 months.
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BENIN CEREMONIAL SWORD ADA MADE FOR THE ROYAL COURT

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For orders totaling $100 or more, our Standard Payment Plan is available to all of our customers. The total is split into 4 equal payments with the first payment required as a deposit. The balance will be due within 4 months, and your order will be shipped to you upon receipt of the final payment.

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For orders totaling $600 or more, our Extended Payment Plan is available to all of our customers. A deposit of 10% is required, following 11 equal monthly payments.

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