A rare hand carved Dayak tribal shield from Kalimantan/Borneo, Indonesia. These shields were made by the Dayak Iban tribes for real fighting use and ceremonial rites. Wonderfully carved with swirling tribal motifs from the local Jelutong wood. The hand grip and shield all hewn from one piece of timber. Dating from early 20th century.
Dayak Shield
Dimensions
- W41 X L11 X H113
A rare hand carved Dayak tribal shield from Kalimantan/Borneo, Indonesia. These shields were made by the Dayak Iban tribes for real fighting use and ceremonial rites. Wonderfully carved with swirling tribal motifs from the local Jelutong wood. The hand grip and shield all hewn from one piece of timber. Dating from early 20th century.
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£1,300.00
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