Auction 57, Collectors Auction April 16th Edition
Thu, Apr 16, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 244
"Mandinka Curved Sword with Leather Scabbard" by Unknown Artist (Western Sudan / West Africa, 19th-20th Century) Iron, Steel, and Leather
Estimate: $300 - $600
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| $500 | $50 |
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| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
This traditional Mandinka (or Mandingo) sword features a single-edged, slightly curved blade of the type often associated with the Sahel region and West African Islamic cultures. The hilt is meticulously wrapped in red and black leather, leading to a prominent, stacked circular leather pommel, a hallmark of Mandinka craftsmanship. Its accompanying scabbard is constructed of hand-tooled leather, featuring a large circular terminal and intricate geometric patterns. Attached to the scabbard is a heavy, plaited leather carrying strap with decorative sliding bosses and tassels, designed to be worn over the shoulder as a status-signifying dress sword.
Details Artist: Unknown Title: Mandinka Curved Sword with Leather Scabbard Medium: Iron, steel, leather, and plant fiber Date: Late 19th to early 20th century Dimensions: Blade length 29 inches; Total length 35 inches; Handle width 4.5 inches Condition: Vintage condition with wear to leather and oxidation on blade consistent with age
Mandinka culture West Africa Sahel region Islamic sword Mandingo kaskara traditional weaponry ethnographic arms and armor leatherwork tribal status symbol ceremonial dress sword African blacksmithing handcrafted scabbard
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