The swords and daggers of the Baule tribe are quite rare and sought after by collectors of African weapon / tribal arts. The Baule people reside in Ivory Coast and Neighboring Ghana and known to be masters of wood work and wood engraving. We offer here for sale a classical dagger of the Baule. The blade is leaf shaped 14 inches long and very wide 5 inches wide. The handle is carved hardwood. The scabbard is wood, covered with red painted hide and set with red painted shells, which were added only to weapons of highly prestigious owners. Total length 19 inches. Very good condition. Heavily patinated blade and lightly corroded. A very rare authentic piece.