Shield

87-13-148

From: Ethiopia | Asmara

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 87-13-148
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Ethiopia | Asmara
Section African
Materials Hide
Description

Circular, domed shield of rhinoceros hide. There are double perforations for four handles along edge of the shield. The primary handle is in the center of the interior and is of thick leather. See 87-13-147.

Height 16 cm
Length 51 cm
Width 51.8 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Aurelio Cinquegrana, 1987
Other Number L-897-16 - Old Museum Number

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