Cassowary Bone Dagger
£ 320
From Sepik region, Papua New Guinea.
Carved from the thigh bone of the cassowary, a large flightless bird, these were powerful supernatural weapons. Adorned with clan symbols which embodied spiritual strength and identity. Usually worn on the upper arm, they were used for hunting, ceremonial knife-fights and dance.
Complete with a custom made display stand
40 cm tall