Takouba question

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Marc M.

First time I've seen such a finish on the crossguard.
Judging from the handle I think of Hausa and relatives. Locally made sword.

Hi Marc,

This was fast! Like I said before, I also have never seen such a crossguard! And thanks for the possible Hausa origin!
Any age guesses?

Regards,
Detlef

[Marc M.]

I suspect 2nd half 20th century.

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Marc M.

I suspect 2nd half 20th century.

Thanks again!

[Marc M.]

Fulani Cameroon is also a possibility judging by the handle.

[Jim McDougall]

Totally agree with Marc, middle of 20th century, and the leather work is from Saharan west Africa as noted. This seems a unique form of decoration especially on the guard, the woven leather styling, most unusual IMO.

[Sajen]

Thank you Marc and Jim,

The unusual crossguard construction was the reason why I bought it!

Regards,
Detlef