Amhara Shield, Ethiopia Africa 20th Century

Amhara Shield, Ethiopia
Africa 20th century
Leather and brass
Diam. : 60cm approx.

Skin shield, round in shape with central prominence and rolled edge outwards.
It is richly decorated with pieces of cut brass; the perimeter is decorated with sixteen triangles, a medallion in the central part and round and cross-shaped pieces. The edge is also pinched with brass pieces.
Some old repairs and handle loose on one side.

Beautiful used condition for this shield which ensured prestige and social recognition of the owner.

Ref. : 3892

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