Bolo and sheath

Artist Philippines

MediumWood, iron, rattan, fiber cord

ClassificationsTools and Equipment

Credit LineGift of Howard A. Edson

Object number1955.14.183.1-2 LA

Description1. Blade straight on top, sharp edge convexly curved and up to point. Metal ferrule wraps around wood handle, Braided rattan covers most of handle, end plain wood. Tang extends through handle. 2. Wood sheath, rectangular piece of wood, in middle wood piece held on with braided rattan. Strap of braided rattan with twisted fiber cord. Twisted fiber cord loops through wood on one end.

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