Item #9136 KIPINGA. Throwing-Blades of Central Africa. M. l. Felix.

KIPINGA. Throwing-Blades of Central Africa

Munich: Galerie Fred Jahn, l991. 207 pages (text in Englihsh and German), 97 photographs--most of which are full-page, 17 pages of drawings, 2 text maps, l fold-out map in rear pocket. Hard board and cloth cover. Item #9136

This fine study of Central African throwing-blades (knives) accompanied an exhibition at the Galerie Fred Jahn. A discussion of manufacturing techniques and the usage and history of throwing knives is followed by an examination of stylistic differences, arranged by region and tribal origin (if known). The photographs are excellent; the text is in English and German.

Price: $295.00

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