African Somali Polychrome Hide Warrior Shield

Ethiopia, Late 19th-Early 20th Century Rare black and red polychrome decoration on inner (handle) side. Hippopotamus hide, pigments Measures approximately 13 1/2" diameter, not perfectly round.

Wood, hide, and polychrome pigment. Dimensions: H 41" x W 22" x D 5" Condition: Patina and surface wear consistent with age.

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Kenyan / Massai? African tribal hide shield with polychrome decoration. 37"H x 25"W x 8"D

Item/Description: African Warrior Shield with handle. Rectangular. Material: Animal hide and wood. Dimensions: Length: 45 1/2"; Width: 18 1/2". Condition: Wear, Age. Hole. Age: Unknown. Provenance: Pr

This is an excellent Blackfoot (Blackfeet) Native American Indian polychrome painted Warrior's shield that has been dated 1891. The piece shows a bent wood hoop with stretched Indian tanned hide showi

Old animal hide shield with bent wooden frame work and painted traditional designs, old animal hide attached as a trophy. Masai peoples, Kenya, East Africa. The Shield measures 39 x 29.5 inches. Prove

A rare 19th century bleached and incised leather hide shield.The hide is bleached and incised with geometric patterns.Somali warriors carried an iron spear, a short sword called a belawa, and a shield

An African tribal shield. Mixed media with leather, hide, and other elements. Hand applied polychrome pigment decoration with geometric patterns and other forms. No apparent signature.Dimensions: 38 X

The authentic animal hide shield is not only used for personal adornment and prestige during ceremonies but also used in battle. The shield was not only for protection from a foe, the warrior would al

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Africa; late 19th- early 20th century Of domed form with everted rim. Equipped with original handle and suspension strap, a rarity thus. Dimensions ~22" diameter (55.9 cm)

Zaire, Congo - African warrior combatant shield finished in robust wood. Measurement approximate: 19 x 14 inches. Please note that this lot has a confidential reserve. When you leave a bid in advance

9.45 Authentic shield made from cape Buffalo rawhide with hand forged spear

An aged African shield likely from the Turkana people of Kenya, made from a very thick animal hide. Stands freely, measures 22 1/2" H x 9" W x 7" L *note - some cracking present

A polychrome hide shield. Kenya, Masai. 20th century.35 1/2"h x 25"w. Provenance: Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. Catalog Notes: These shields were carried by Masai warr

Old African Maasai Warrior ShieldOld Kenyan/Tanzanian Maasai warrior shield; decorated with two half circles and center cross pattern, wrapped edges (considerable wear); L: 38"

Zulu African painted hide shield. Red and black geometric designs on a cream tone ground. Leather wrapped edges. 25.5 x 40in.

100% of the Buyer's Premium of all lots sold in this auction will be donated to Community Food Share by Artemis Gallery. $1.00 = 3 meals! **First Time At Auction** Africa, Kenya or Tanzania, Masai

Kikuyu/Maasai, East Africa, Polychrome leather shield with striking asymmetrical design, Maasai, Kenya; slight feel of use on the handle on back, age uncertain, 34"h. Provenance: Retired Southern Cali

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Design. 20th century. 30 inches x 20 inches. Hide, leather, grass and wood. Hand painted geometric design. 2) Small 20th century hide shield. 16 inches x 10 inches. Shield being sold with metaleasel.

A dramatic cast Bronze sculpture of a Benin Warrior, with Shield and sword drawn and in full regalia. Yoruba peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The bronze measures 15 inches tall.

African Arussi Hippopotamus Hide Shield, Ethiopia. Size: 25'' x 25'' x 7'' (64 x 64 x 18 cm).