Shield ·  Indonésie - Moluques · ID: 3040696

Description

wood, blackish brown patina, of convex waisted form, carved with four ridges, ornamental decor with white porcelain inlay, carved with a massive handle and ridge for bracing on the backside, drilled hole, slightly dam., abrasion of paint;
shields of this type were employed in war dances and were doubtless sturdy enough to deflect sword blows.