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African Shields, Group of 2

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Description

Lot 147

African Shields, Group of 2
one large wood shield decorated with paint and leather, one small animal hide shield
larger: 35 x 35 x 8 inches
smaller: 19 1/2 x 12 x 1 inches

Provenance:
From an Upper West Side Collection

Condition

each in overall good stable condition with wear throughout, larger shield with some losses to decoration

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African Shields, Group of 2

Name: African Shields, Group of 2
SKU: 149316365
Price: 175 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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