1940s-1950s West African Ceremonial Mandinka/Mandingo Swords Artifact decorative nipple-like protrusions opposite the

decorative nipple-like protrusions opposite the handle

These dolls are considered significant cultural artifacts and are also sold as handicrafts in the tourist trade

and was created specifically for a Greek Orthodox Church in the area

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The original lamps were mold-made in mass quantities across the Mediterranean (frequently in regions like North Africa)

1940s-1950s West African Ceremonial Mandinka/Mandingo Swords Artifact decorative nipple-like protrusions opposite theTraveling Man Treasures is selling this vintage (c. 1940s 1950s) pair of traditional Mandinka Mandingo swords and scabbards from West Africa, commonly associated with regions like Mali, Senegal, and Gambia. Often, these types of swords were repurposed from European trade blades or hand forged locally by regional blacksmiths, these particular swords appear to be the latter. The most defining feature of these swords is the highly detailed leatherwork.