Ethnographic Arms, Oddities and Morbid Curiosities
Thu, Jun 18, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Thu, Jul 2, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 348
African Kuba Ikula Ceremonial Short Sword Congo
Estimate: $100 - $250
Sold for
$50
Sold Price excludes BP
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $50 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $1,000 | $50 |
| $3,000 | $100 |
The ikul or ikula is a traditional ceremonial knife or short sword featuring stout leaf shaped blades and proportionally small handles. Used by the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Being that they are ceremonial knives, the blades are not sharpened. The blades can be found in different materials, this one is iron / steel. Likely dates to late 19th or early 20th century.
Dimensions: 14" long overall, 9.5" blade, a hair under 4" at widest point.
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Condition
Blade has pitting and handle has split. Age related wear overall. Please see photos.
Available payment options
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