ASMAT TRIBAL WAR SHIELD: From Papua New Guinea, this impressive professionally mounted piece was hand made early to mid 20th C., by the Asmat people who inhibited the lowlands and coastal areas of that region. The war shield is hand carved with a geometrical pattern in a clay, lime, & charcoal based pigmentation. Original tag included. These shields are very collectable and came from a collector in Florida in 2016. Shield Approx. 35.5'' h x 17.5'' l x 5.5'' w. Shield on plaque Approx. 41.5'' h x 23.75'' l x 6'' w.
CONDITION: No condition issues to be noted.