Swords with fan-shaped blades are an important part of Benin ceremonies. They are carried before a chief in processions and used by him in a dance paying respect to the king.
(Sotheby's, London, England) on 30 March 1987 lot 69; Harrison Eiteljorg [1903-1997] of Indianapolis, Indiana; given to the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields in 1989.