Very rare and old Aari (Aari) or Baka war shield from the Omo Valley, in southern Ethiopia.
Most likely made of African water buffalo hide.
It wears an intense dark patina.
Total height on stand 94 cm.
Very rare and old Aari (Aari) or Baka war shield from the Omo Valley, in southern Ethiopia. Most likely made of African water buffalo hide. It wears an intense dark patina.