Shield (2) - Ethiopia - 19th/20th century

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Two leather shields from Ethiopia, in good condition, measuring 29 x 29 x 2.5 cm, dating to the 19th/20th century.

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Description from the seller

Ancient shields from Somalia - late 19th to early 20th century - in tortoiseshell leather. In good condition as shown in the photo. Sold in pairs of two. The brown one is larger, measurements: 35 cm; depth 10 cm; weight 1.206 kg
The light-colored shield measures: 29 cm; depth 2.5 cm; weight 0.574 kg

Seller's Story

Antiques and modern antiques shop located in Milan (IT)
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Ancient shields from Somalia - late 19th to early 20th century - in tortoiseshell leather. In good condition as shown in the photo. Sold in pairs of two. The brown one is larger, measurements: 35 cm; depth 10 cm; weight 1.206 kg
The light-colored shield measures: 29 cm; depth 2.5 cm; weight 0.574 kg

Seller's Story

Antiques and modern antiques shop located in Milan (IT)
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Number of objects
2
Material
Leather
Country of origin
Ethiopia
Condition
Good condition, see description
Height
29 cm
Width
29 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
19th/20th century
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Objects sold
88.89%
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