Shield (1) Sakalava - Madagascar - 1920-1930

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Round wooden shield from Madagascar in Sakalava culture, covered with Zebu hide, measuring 52 cm high, 46 cm wide and 8 cm deep, weight 1.8 kg, in reasonable condition.

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Large, round wooden shield, covered with the skin of the Zebu cow. All original. Rare.

Large, round wooden shield, covered with the skin of the Zebu cow. All original. Rare.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Total nr of items
1
Material
Wood, leather, nails, and the like.
Country of origin
Madagascar
Ethnic group/culture
Sakalava
Condition
Fair condition, see description
Height
52 cm
Sold with stand
No
Width
46 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
1.8 kg
Estimated period
1920-1930
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Objects sold
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