Item TB276
This Item was Sold on 22 January
2014 for $55
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This bola is a wonderful example of a functional bola with braided leather cords. Each of the balls has a solid interior that is surrounded by a leather pouch. The leather used to hold the balls is reptilian and appears to be the skin of a python. It is the only bola I have ever seen with snake skin covered balls. This bola is probably strong enough to throw, but it would be better to hang it on the wall for display. Cord length = 94 -> 105 cm ; Ball diameters = 4.5 -> 6.0 cm ; Weight = 546 gm The bola or boleadoras is a primitive hunting tool that was originally used by the Chinese, Eskimos and South American Indians. Bolas are a throwing device made out of weights that are attached to the ends of interconnected cords. Bolas are designed to capture animals by entangling their legs. They are most famously used by the South American gauchos to capture running cattle or game. For detailed information about bolas from different cultures, please visit the flight-toys bola web page. |
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