Shield, Dayak People, Borneo

40541 Early Shield with Double Demon Face
Dayak People, Borneo
Wood, pigment
19th Century
Ex Monbrison, Paris
35.5 cm x 40 in

This is a very rare early style of shield that is often associated in the literature with SE Borneo. The double demon face served to frighten and intimidate the enemy and his spirit protectors

$15,000

 

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