Sold2023A RARE ETHIOPIAN RAS SHIELDA high-quality example of characteristic form, made for a Ras, or member of the Ethiopian nobility and carried at the Emperors court. The body covered in velvet and elaborately set with numerous embosSee Sold Price
Sold2023Ethiopian RAS ShieldEthiopian RAS shield, green velvet covered exterior with applied metal mounts, tooled red leather interior with original grip handle, made for a Ras or member of the Ethiopian nobility and carried atSee Sold Price
Sold2023Early 20th C. Ethiopian Shield, Hippopotamus / Buffalo**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 circularSee Sold Price
Sold2023A Fine Old Ethiopian ShieldThe Ethiopian name for this type of animal hide shield is called ‘Tafa‘ or ‘Gasha‘ and was considered important among warriors and status holders in the Amhara culture. The shiSee Sold Price
Sold2018Vintage Afghan Leather Canteen & Ethiopian Shield(1) A vintage, leather covered canteen from Afghanistan with stopper and the long handle. DATE c. 1960 DIMENSIONS Width 9 Depth 5 Height 13 in. (2) African Ethiopian Leather Animal Hide Tribal ShieldSee Sold Price
Sold2020Ethiopian parade shield , nineteenth century. InEthiopian parade shield , nineteenth century. In leather hardened upturned edge decorated with lists in golden metal perforated and engraved patterned. Diameter 53 cm.See Sold Price
Sold2016Ethiopian Leather ShieldEthiopian Leather Shield, made from hippopotamus hide, rolled edge, pointed center with attached handle on the inside, 21" diameterSee Sold Price
Sold2020Antique Ethiopian Leather ShieldThe antique shield measures approximately 26 x 26 x 6 inches; probably hippo or buffalo hide - warped and weatheredSee Sold Price
Sold2018Antique African Tribal Ethiopian Oromo ShieldThe authentic animal hide shield is not only used for personal adornment and prestige during ceremonies but also used in battle. The shield was not only for protection from a foe, the warrior would alSee Sold Price
Sold20172 Abyssinian Ethiopian Hide Shields2 Abyssinian Ethiopian Hide Shields. Largest size: 28'' x 29.75'' x 5.25'' (71 x 76 x 13 cm). Provenance: ex New York private ethnographic arts collection. Note: This is a NO RESERVE auction. BiddingSee Sold Price
Sold2020Two Ethiopian Leather ShieldsTwo Ethiopian Leather Shields. Stretched hide over a rounded wooden frame, concave form with bulbous protrusions around a raised central rib. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Sizes: 1)See Sold Price
Sold2020Two Ethiopian Leather ShieldsTwo Ethiopian Leather Shields. Stretched hide over a rounded wood frame, concave form with bulbous protrusions around a raised central rib. Provenance: Collection of Allan Stone, New York. Sizes: 1) 2See Sold Price
Sold20172 Ethiopian Hand ShieldsEthiopia, 19th century Two finely crafted and (apparently) lathe-turned examples, made of extremely thick hide. With openwork brass handle attachment plates. Quite rare. Dimensions Largest is 9 1/2" dSee Sold Price
Sold2022AFRICAN, ETHIOPIAN ROUND HIDE SHIELD, L. 19TH C.East African, late 19th century. Large Ethiopian round animal hide shield with embossed lines and handle to back. Unmarked. Provenance: The Private Collection of Mr. Noel F. Parris, Fayetteville, GeorSee Sold Price
Sold2016Ethiopian 19th C. ShieldEthiopian 19th C. Shield : Made from thick dried hide leather. With interior handle, the front with radiating deisgn from the center. 29" across the round $See Sold Price
Sold2020Rare 19th Century Ethiopian Rhino Hide Parrying ShieldA durable and well made old parrying shield created with rhino hide and leather stitching. The Shield most likely dates to the late 19th century and is as hard as steel. The shield measures 22 inchesSee Sold Price
Sold2022Antique Ethiopian Large Oromo buffalo hide shield with bullet hole.Antique Ethiopian Large Oromo buffalo hide shield with bullet hole. Size 28 inches diameter. Provenance Ex Private MD collection acquired from ex Tribal ManiaSee Sold Price
Sold2022Painting, likely Ethiopian, of King John of AbyssiniaPainting, King John of Abyssinia (modern day Ethiopia) also known as Yohannes IV flanked by Ras Alula Engida, Royal governing entourage and soldiers. Likely the Battle of Dogali or Gallabat, also mourSee Sold Price
Sold2023SOMALI GASCHAN SHIELD, WOODENETHIOPIAN "POSSIBLY" 18TH CENTURY - 25" D PROVENANCE: UPDATED 2023 TERMS FOR PURCHASING AND SHIPPING OF AUCTION ITEMS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING. ALL PAYMENTS FOR PURCHASES WILL BE MADE THRSee Sold Price
20217 Line Natural Ethiopian Welo fire Opal Beads NecklaceEthiopian Opal is believed to be an emotional intensifier, enhancing the true nature of those who wear it.Some say it strengthens the will to live and shields the wearer against negativity, burning ofSee Sold Price
Sold20227 Line Natural Ethiopian Welo fire Opal Beads NecklaceEthiopian Opal is believed to be an emotional intensifier, enhancing the true nature of those who wear it.Some say it strengthens the will to live and shields the wearer against negativity, burning ofSee Sold Price
Sold2022Natural Ethiopian Opal Sterling Silver 3 Line BraceletEthiopian Opal is believed to be an emotional intensifier, enhancing the true nature of those who wear it. Some say it strengthens the will to live and shields the wearer against negativity, burning oSee Sold Price
