Shield
| Object Number: | 38563 |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Pueblo Tewa (Culture) |
| Provenience: | New Mexico Jemez Pueblo |
| Culture Area: | Southwest Culture Area |
| Section: | American |
| Materials: | Hide |
| Outside Diameter: | 60 cm |
| Credit Line: | Wanamaker Expedition to the Southwest, R. Stewart Culin, 1901 |
Description
A circular shield made from layers of hide stitched together around the circumference. The front is painted with concentric circles of red, blue, green, and black. The central circle has green rays at the outer edge and four white diamonds are painted in opposing positions. A knotted, hide strap is inserted through the shield to act as a handle. A stitched repair was made along the edge.
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