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Toposa Shield, Southern Sudan

$2,100
£1,582.29
€1,849.51
CA$2,973.81
A$3,028.50
CHF 1,738.49
MX$36,544.37
NOK 20,148.21
SEK 20,424.97
DKK 13,827.74

About the Item

An early 20th century animal hide, wood and leather tops shield from Southern Sudan.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU81286118533

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