Fighting Shield
Telefomin Region, Highlands, Papua New Guinea
Wood, natural pigments, rattan
82.5 x 17 x 1.5in. / 193 x 38 x 4cm
Early 20th century
Ex. Tad Dale
This unique shield is deceiving at first glance. The irregular shaped top is not indicative of a break. Rather than making a shorter shield by cutting down his irregular topped raw material, the artist created a design to fit the form. Resulting in an unusual example of a classically beautiful Telefomin shield.
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