Sale 20SC03 | Lot 234

African Leather and Brass-Mounted Ceremonial Shield

Catalogue: Special Collections
African Leather and Brass-Mounted Ceremonial Shield

Lot Details

Lot 234
African Leather and Brass-Mounted Ceremonial Shield
Probably Ethiopian
Of domed circular form. Diameter 21 1/2 inches (54.6 cm).


C Property from a New York Private Collection

Estimate: $200 - $300
Sold for $187 (includes buyer's premium)

Additional Notes & Condition Report

Lacking centeral brass boss and flanking bosses, one brass element missing; apparently made of buffalo hide and called a Gatchena.


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Estimate: $200 - $300
Sold for $187 (includes buyer's premium)

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