Africa
Fine and Complete Ngombe Shield
1,145$ Exl. VAT
Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
Date: Early 20C.








The Ngombe people residing near the Obangi river on the North West region of DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo) use large shields made from rattan fibers in a dense construction plaited on wood frame with a rear wood plate carved as handle. The shield is decorated with painted black and brown geometrical design.
We offer for sale a fine and large such Ngombe shield in excellent condition. 55 inches long, 18 inches wide. Very good condition. First half of the 20 C.
For a similar shield see: “Boucliers d’Afrique, d’Asie du Sud-Est et d’Oceanie” from the collection of Barbier-Mueller Museum, page 64-65

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