Description : Carved and caolin painted wooden Zulu Shield from South Africa. Shield can be used as a decorative wall hanging accessory. Shield is caolin cream and dark brown in tone. Underside has carved handle. Measures approx 20 inches in diameter by 3 inches in depth. Shield has minor surface wear consistent with age and use. African Art, Tribal Art, African sculpture, ethnographic Art, African folk art, African art shield sculpture, collectible African arts, decorative wall hanging accessory. Property of a New York Private Collection. Traditional Zulu shields date back to King Shaka Zulu and have been used by Zulu tribesman in battle for hundred of years. The Zulu shield is no longer used in battle and is now used for traditional Zulu ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. (Info From African Crafts Market). 7
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Estimate (low-high) : 100 USD-1000 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 25 Title : Zulu Shield Size : approx 20 inches in diameter by 3 inches in depth The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc., auctioneer, Mount Kisco, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : January 15 Red Carpet Auction Sale date : 15 Jan 2020It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
