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Many Zulu weapons were collected by British troops and brought back to the UK as souvenirs after the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.
This stabbing spear has a 243mm blade with a raised medial ridge. The blade is 31mm at its widest and is in good condition with a great patina that adds to its character.
While the Zulu King was responsible for providing his warriors with shields, the individual Zulu warrior was responsible for his own weaponry. This iklwa, with its smaller blade was probably the property of a junior warrior, a young man without the means to pay for the iron and forging of a larger blade.
The young warriors fought as part of the horns in the Zulu bulls-head attack formation. The young warriors were placed on the flanks (the horns) as they had the speed and stamina to race ahead to outflank and encircle the enemy, while the seasoned warriors made up the centre of the attack (the boss of the horns).
The blade is secured firmly within the haft and woven wire strengthens the bond. The woven wire is in fair condition, with areas of fraying. The blade is held firmly in the haft.
The use of wire binding, while decorative, is also an indication of the warriors’ status. Palm and wire binding was essentially free, the ilala palm fronds were harvested and the copper & brass wire was usually stolen from the newly installed telegraph system. Cow tail binding would infer higher status. Cow tails were often awarded by the King in recognition of acts of bravery or service.
The 1063mm haft has a wonderful patina and a large flare at the end. The end of the haft is decorated with three woven wire bands. The total length of the iklwa is 1310mm/131cm.
This 19th Century Iklwa will make a superb addition to any Anglo-Zulu War collection.
£350.00
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