Details
- Dimensions
- 21ʺW × 3ʺD × 21ʺH
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- South Africa
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
- Description
- Traditional Round South African Zulu shields date back to King Shaka Zulu and have been used by tribesman in battle … more Traditional Round South African Zulu shields date back to King Shaka Zulu and have been used by tribesman in battle for hundred of years. As the modern world has evolved so to has the Zulu tribesman. These shields are no longer used in battle but instead used for traditional Zulu ceremonies such as weddings in telling historic ancestry stories. These carved wood designs painted in bold black and white patterns continue to have a striking modern form displayed in groupings. Each may vary slightly due to unique hand carvings. Comes with hook attached on back for hanging on wall. Antique white finish. less
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