Shield - Punu shield - Punu - Gabon (No reserve price)

This magnificent round wooden object resembles a traditional African shield, such as a Punu ceremonial shield from Gabon or a piece of tribal art from another ethnicity in Central Africa.

Object characteristics
Form and motifs: A round shape with geometric relief sculptures and a face or carved mask at its center.
Materials: Sculpted wood enhanced with light pigments, often kaolin-based, contrasting with the dark wood.
Function: Decorative or ceremonial object inspired by customary and traditional African art.