African Shield

They are also an evocation close to African shields or still to samurai's mask. Panels can be lit(enlightened) by the back what gives them an even more mysterious dimension...

African leather ‘hide’ shield with impressed design, early 20th century.

African leather shield on stand.

Awarded to the best hunter in the tribe (usually the kings and nobles), this 18th century Ethiopian hunter shield will add a story to any room it is displayed in. Thought to be m...

A finely woven Banda war shield from Zaire. The black and yellow rattan and wicker is tightly woven to make a visually striking pattern, and is in fine condition. The original handle...

Exceptional Tribal Shield from the Ngombe/Doko tribe- DR CONGO Museum Quality Very rare piece in perfect condition. Exceptional piece and museum quality (see photos please) Period: 1...

price quoted is for the pr.This shield shall make a strong statement on a wall where vertical art is needed, they can hang side by side or in a vertical placement, they are newly car...

White porcelain with a dense line of the surface relief Decorative, stylized Africans with shield and spear in brick red and gold.

A Hagenauer Werkstatte carved wood and brass sculpture of an African tribesman holding a shield looking off to the distance.

From Amaki village, the board of classical design is from Amaki village with a large central face deeply concave against the body, the nose pointing downward with smiling mouth. The ...

Skin Shield With Woven Handle. African

Hand-carved by skilled Zulu artisans of Southern Africa, this striking African shield is a powerful example of traditional tribal craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

Authentic African hippo hide shield. Seems to have been used in battle and has old native repairs.

African Round shield hand-carved from hardwood by the Senufo Tribe in the Ivory Coast.

Tall African Carved and Painted Shield Mask Skulpture

Hand carved African warrior shield from the early 20th century.

Collection of African circular hide shield dhals with raised central boss and leather handle.

Offered by Erik Farrow Antique Tribal Maasai Shield with Vibrant Natural Pigment Paint, Africa A striking Maasai shield of a high ranking warrior.

Dissimilar pair of decorative African shields. Shields may be sold separately.

African Shield Dinka from South Sudan, early 20th century.

African Zulu cowhide shield, South Africa Of oval form the cow hide shield with front with interwoven hairy strips, complete with pole at the back in form of a spear, with extending...

African woven cane shield, possibly Benin, circa 1930.

African rhinoceros hide shield from the Wandala of Cameroon.

Hand carved African Warrior Shield from the early 20th century.

Polychrome leather African Massai tribe shield.

Offered by Erik Farrow Antique African war shield from Ethiopia Antique war shield from the Arrusi people of Ethiopia.

So, rest assured, you can fight many warriors with this shield. We, however, think the piece makes a wonderful decorative piece for those spaces that want a bit of texture and "Ou...

An attractive old African woven cane shield from the Congo, probably Poto tribe.

African tribal Somalian Gashan shield Fine old Hippo hide shield with hammered etched geometric design on front width 35 cm A Historic collectable and great Interior design ele...

African tribal Somalian Gashan shield Fine old hide shield with hammered etched geometric design on front and back width 35 cm A Historic collectable and great Interior design e...

Natural kudu skull with horns mounted on a black wood plaque. Measures: 43".  

Africa, Congo This mid-20th Century mask shows great design, color and character from age and use.

A beautiful Mid-Century black-patinated bronze and brass sculpture, displaying an African native warrior with shield and spear. Designed and executed by Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Ha...

Initially designed as utilitarian objects, African shields became so elaborate and ingeniously made that they came to be seen as works of art in their own right.

This rare object was created by the Shilluk people of Sudan. It features an iron javelin head and partial wooden shaft fixed to the back of an aged tortoise shell. The tortoise shell...

A magnificent quagga hide shield. This spectacular shield is one of the rarest known African shields in existence.

An early 20th century wicker Congo shield. This beautifully decorative Congo shield is a splendid example of a Classic woven type. Cleverly constructed to allow both substantial d...

African shield, animal skin

African shield, animal skin

African shield, animal skin, on metal base

Beautiful african shield, from animal skin, pigment colors

Two African shields on metal base.Used by African warroirs.

Beautiful tribal wall decoration. Origin unknown. *Not available for sale or to ship in the state of California.

Rare mix of mask and a basketry. The object is an example of superb African art. The protection was turned to an opportunity of expression.

a large and formidable african shield from the kirdi tribe.

Shield History: In traditional Africa, shields were used not only as defensive weapons, but also as decorative or ritual objects.

Unique Wooden Shield with wood decoration, on custom iron stand

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of animal skin. The back has a handle that the bearer held.

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of painted animal skin.

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of painted animal skin.

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of painted animal skin.

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of painted animal skin.

A beautiful example of an African child's shield made of painted animal skin with metal accents.

Persian and iron shield. Engraved with Moresque designs . Woven interior. Early 20th century.

Leather Shield, South Sudan A small leather shield typical of the region known as an upwal, concave hide is attached to a reed spine with plaiting to form a strong grip. Mounted on ...

From the Akan or Ashanti peoples, Ghana, shrine figure, a standing female figure with black hair and details, remains of white pigment, with arms out holding a bottle, includes custo...

A pair of wonderfully sculptural early 20th century handwoven wicker shields from the Tamberma people of Togo, mounted on custom steel stands.

MAGNIFICENT! BENIN OBA 19TH CENTURY BRONZE WARRIOR SCULPTURE! SUPERB EXAMPLE OF OBA METALWORK! DIMENSIONS: APPROXIMATELY 13" TALL CIRCA 1860-1900 Offered is a rare 19th cen...

This is an old African coin. Before paper money and money were in circulation, bartering was taking place in Africa. Various goods such as textiles, feathers, beads, and shells wer...

This prestige weapon was commissioned by Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia as a diplomatic gift for the renowned French Armenian merchant and honorary French envoy Matig Kevorkoff, a pr...

Intriguing cast bronze relief plaque from Benin, showing three guardians. The plaque was modeled after ancient Benin bronzes but was made in the 20th century. The plaque is cast in b...