Early 20th C. Ethiopian Shield, Hippopotamus / Buffalo
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**Originally Listed At $800**
Horn of Africa, Ethiopia, Amarro peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A large decorative shield made from the hide of either a hippopotamus or buffalo. The circular shield has a flared exterior rim, a semicircular leather handle knotted onto the concave verso, a prominent raised central ridge, and approximately 30 raised lumps around the raised boss. Horse-riding warriors of the Amarro people would wield lengthy spears while holding these shields for protection against opposing forces. Size: 24.5" Diameter (62.2 cm)
Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection, acquired 1970s to 2000s
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#174094
Horn of Africa, Ethiopia, Amarro peoples, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A large decorative shield made from the hide of either a hippopotamus or buffalo. The circular shield has a flared exterior rim, a semicircular leather handle knotted onto the concave verso, a prominent raised central ridge, and approximately 30 raised lumps around the raised boss. Horse-riding warriors of the Amarro people would wield lengthy spears while holding these shields for protection against opposing forces. Size: 24.5" Diameter (62.2 cm)
Provenance: private San Francisco, California, USA collection, acquired 1970s to 2000s
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#174094
Condition
Age and use expected surface abrasions. Old repairs to hide using hide stitches. Great patina throughout and overall excellent condition.
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Early 20th C. Ethiopian Shield, Hippopotamus / Buffalo
Estimate $900 - $1,350
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