Inlaid parrying shield from the Moluccas islands Indonesia - $1,255 - (London, ENG)

This is a fine parrying shield from the Moluccas islands of IndonesiaThese beautiful shields were used in rituals dances by warriorsMade from carved wood with black squid ink pigment and elaborate mother of pearl detail in geometric and avian pattern on the outer surfacePeriod: Early 20th centuryComes with custom stand metal standSize 24 inches Ex UK collection

Posted in London, ENG, Antiques
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