An Antique Zulu Knobkerrie

An Antique Zulu Knobkerrie

A hardwood knobkerrie with round head on a long shaft.
Approx Dimensions: L 27″ W 2″
Material: Wood
Provenance: UK Market, England

Zulu Knobkerries were an indispensable weapon of war both in Africa and abroad. In Africa, the weapon found particular use among Nguni peoples. Among the Zulu people, they are known as iwisa. The iwisa was not typically used in combat though they were occasionally used as thrown weapons in place of the throwing spear or isijula. Instead, the Zulu used iwisa as swagger sticks, ceremonial objects, or even as snuff containers. In the 20th century, the Zulu nationalist movement Inkatha viewed iwisa as traditional weapons and lobbied for the right to carry such weapons in public

Very Good Condition: Item may show wear, chips, cracks, scratches and may show signs of regular use.