19th CENTURY MANGBETU SICKLE SWORD. EARLY FORM. FROM A ROYAL COLLECTION #9328

Description

A 19th century African Congo, Mangbetu tribe early form sickle sword, 12 inch double edged blade, (corroded) with the usual holes and extensions associated with this weapon, the hilt carved as a female figure showing the typical hairstyle, see attached photo. Overall 21½ inches.
With the Prince's collection mark, "H" under a crown
#9328fo
Formerly in the collection of Prince Henrik of Denmark, 1934-2018, (see photo)consort to Queen Margrethe of Denmark, his collection of African art formed over many years during his visits to Africa in his role as Ambassador of the Red Cross, His collection was displayed
at the Gammel Holtgaard art museum in Holte for 3 months in 2009 and
was then returned
to their place in the royal couple's private apartments at Fredensborg Palace.