knife and sheath for knife

Catalog Number 90560
Literary Reference , 13839
Cultural Affiliation Igorot
Continent Asia
Country Philippines
Region Luzon Island
Island Philippine Islands
Province Lepanto-Bontoc Prov.
Locale Sagada
Original Name bolo
Materials metal; iron, wood, rattan
Catalog Description Name: Bolo and sheath.Slender rough iron blade. curved end. Wooden handle. Sheath of two flat pieces of light wood. Formerly had 3 bindings, but now has two of plaited split rattan. Projection on one side for belt support. Length of bolo 45.2 cm.