The Yao people of Guizhou Province in Southern China used these beautiful and delicate blades during rice harvests. The curved part made in horn was used to gather rice, while with a twist of the hand, the blade would cut the sheaf.
China, circa 1950s
D-03550/S, D-03551/S, D-03552/S
W 29 cm D 6.5 cm H 25 cm
