Lot · Other African Antiques
SHIELD 57" NGOMBE DR CONGO 1930s
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From the sellerProceeding into battle the shield is dipped in water which makes the fibers swell so much so that spears and arrows get trapped in the weaving. Much like the shields of the Roman legions which mostly were made of leather, then also soaked before battle.
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