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Shield

Maker Unknown, Papua New Guinea

MediumFiber, wood

Dimensions34 3/8”L x 15”W

Credit LineTransfer from Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology Cambridge, England

Object numberOC1962.08.MAE

DescriptionBasket-covered shield with two vertical lobes. The basket covering has feathers attached to weaving on one end. In the middle of the shield, there is another clump of feathers. There are also a few small feathers on the other end. Basket weaving in a diamond shape, more distinctively so on the back side. Wooden handle attached to back side of shield.

ClassificationsArms and Armor

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