Shark knife Dao
The shark knife, known as a dao, was and is a universal tool. It was used to clear fields, chop wood and cut up meat, but it was also used to kill enemies in battle. A special shape can be used for every purpose.
The shark knife, known as a dao, was and is a universal tool. It was used to clear fields, chop wood and cut up meat, but it was also used to kill enemies in battle. A special shape can be used for every purpose.
Collector:
Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf (1909 Wien - 1995 London) DNB
Culture
Naga / Chang
Copyright
Weltmuseum Wien
Collection area
South Asia, Southeast Asia, Himalayas
Geography
Südasien/Subkontinent/Indien/Assam
Invs.
126551