Shield - Maasaï - Kenya
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Maasai shield, an original Kenyan ethnographic artefact from the mid‑20th century, coming from a private collection; authentic, good condition, 46 cm high by 1 cm wide by 1 cm deep, weight 1 g.
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Description from the seller
Traditional warrior shield. A wooden frame underpins a decorated animal hide.
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Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales specializes in African art and ethnography. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate approaching 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and in neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Traditional warrior shield. A wooden frame underpins a decorated animal hide.
Introducing our expert house
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales specializes in African art and ethnography. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a customer satisfaction rate approaching 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and in neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Shield
Ethnic group/ culture
Maasaï
Country of Origin
Kenya
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
46 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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