SALAMPASU, Democratic Republic of Congo. Mpuku" short sword with scabbard used by masked dancers belonging to the "Mungongo" warrior society responsible for integrating young men into the Salampasu community. The wooden handle has a beautiful patina and the scabbard is covered in fabric and basketry. Circa 1930. Length 59.5 cm. (wear and cracks). Note. An example close to ours is illustrated in a photo by C. Lamote on the front cover of "Beauté Fatale", Central African arms by Jan Elsen.