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$85.00 Shipping Location: Seattle, United States This amazingly dramatic shield was made either by the Amarro or Arussi tribe of Ethiopia or possibly Sudan. It is very heavily made with the hide 3/8" ... morethick and weighing 8 lbs. It is about 6-7" in depth.
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Free Shipping Location: Marietta, United States Entire surface finely incised except for raised circular bosses and radiating ridges, traces of red paint. Front surface dark and fairly glossy, back ... morebrownish and matte. Solid and sturdy despite 15 native stitched repairs (which only add to the aesthetic appeal), evidence of considerable age and use.
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$178.20 Shipping Location: Saint Paul, United States Antique 19th Century Ethiopian Leather/Hide Shield 20” Diameter. Has some wear to it due to age (pictured above)Please review all pictures before purchase. ... morePlease reach out with any questions, thank you!
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands A cow-hide shield is known as isihlangu, ihawu or ingubha in Zulu, and ikhaka or ikhawu in Xhosa. Large Zulu-Nguni Hide Shield – Ihawu – South Africa. ... moreOur Gallery have a collection of authentic, original and traditional art from Africa.
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$28.69 Shipping Location: Staten Island, United States East African !
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$247.40 Shipping Location: New York, United States A beautifully sculptural and three dimensional animal hide shield from Ethiopia. This fabulous handmade object was formed by carefully shaping the leather ... moreover stones to create its distinctive pattern and appearance. This piece displays wear as well as distinctive faded red markings in the center. The interior of the piece is also fascinating, with its well-used leather handle and straps. A wonderful conversation piece.Dimensions: 30 inch diameter (variable since its hand made)Maximum Depth: 8 inches
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$28.65 Shipping Location: SHEERNESS, United Kingdom A South African Traditional Cultural Zulu Hide Shield. Thick sturdy shield traditionally made from cow hide.
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$45.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy The ihubelo is a large shield used for hunting. A cow-hide shield is known as isihlangu, ihawu or ingubha in Zulu, and ikhaka or ikhawu in Xhosa. 1950'-60'. ... moreCowhide cm. 90,0 x cm. 52,5 (35.43″ x 20.67″).
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands A cow-hide shield is known as isihlangu, ihawu or ingubha in Zulu, and ikhaka or ikhawu in Xhosa. Large Zulu-Nguni Hide Shield – Ihawu – South Africa. ... moreOur Gallery have a collection of authentic, original and traditional art from Africa.
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$35.00 Shipping Condition: Unspecified Location: Saint Petersburg, United States An exceptionally rare and impressive early example of very thick hard Hide with original natural armor shells still present. The handle on the back was ... morealtered for a wall hanging leather strap.
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Free Shipping Location: Marshalltown, United States This vintage African Maasai tribal war shield is a unique piece of history. Handmade by the Maasai tribe using cow hide material, it features a colorful ... morepainted design and measures 31x20 inches. This original and authentic piece is perfect for collectors of African artifacts and adds a touch of culture and history to any space.
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$22.18 Shipping Location: Elmwood Park, United States Paperwork on back says Tanzania. Buffalo hide and hair.
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$116.05 Shipping Location: Jupiter, United States In traditional Africa, shields served multiple purposes beyond being defensive weapons. They were often regarded as artistic and symbolic objects with ... morerich cultural significance. The shield showcased here originates from the Chokwe Peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Angola.
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$100.00 Shipping Location: Dayton, United States African Woven Rattan, Wicker and hide Shield. (Uganda, lentil-shaped shield, Ganda warriors, basketry-covered) From the collection of Gene Christian. ... moreHeight: 42 1/2" ; Width: 20 1/2"; Depth: 12".
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$65.00 Shipping Location: Scottsdale, United States C. 1900, Rare Sudanese, thick hide battle shield, Beja tribe, w. Handle. Proximately 22 inches high by 25 inches wide. Displays era wear, misshaped form ... moreand age patina. A fine example for a tribal east African cultural collector. See photos for complete details. No international sales. Shipping via USPS priority mail. Buyer pays all return shipping cost, if required. We by collections. quinnstudios.com
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$116.80 Shipping Location: Petaluma, United States This is a mid 19th century Amhara Sidamo, tribal Ethiopian leather warrior shield. This shield is in exceptional condition. The leather for this type ... moreof shield was usually water buffalo, hippopotamus, or rhino hide for strength.
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$68.10 Shipping Location: Jupiter, United States In traditional Africa, shields served multiple purposes beyond being defensive weapons. They were often regarded as artistic and symbolic objects with ... morerich cultural significance. The shield showcased here originates from the Luba Peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands This old Kirdi Leather shield is a wonder and was Collected in the field. This fabulous old and rare Kirdi Shield would be a wonderful addition to your ... morecollection. Has a rectangular raised centre with a double compass design around.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands This very rare Matakam shield is covered with wild animal hide with hair. Our Gallery have a collection of authentic, original and traditional art from ... moreAfrica. Authentic, museum quality African tribal art at wholesale prices.
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$60.00 Shipping Location: Oregon City, United States This antique African warrior shield is a unique piece that was handmade in the early 1800s. The shield is made of leather and has a visually striking ... moredesign. It belongs to the category of ethnographic antiques and is a valuable addition to any collection.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa. African ... moreZulu Traditional Cultural Shield.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands This old Kirdi Leather shield is a wonder and was Collected in the field. This fabulous old and rare Kirdi Shield would be a wonderful addition to your ... morecollection. This is fabulous authentic en original and Large African Kirdi shield dates to the late 19th century.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands This old Kirdi Leather shield is a wonder and was Collected in the field. This fabulous old and rare Kirdi Shield would be a wonderful addition to your ... morecollection. This is fabulous authentic en original and Large African Kirdi shield dates to the late 19th century.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. Our authentic Zulu warrior 2 in 1 outfit is handmade ... morein South Africa by a specialist Zulu warrior crafter.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total length of this Zulu shield is 75cm with ... morethe hide being 17cm. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa. African ... moreZulu Traditional Cultural Shield.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa. African ... moreZulu Traditional Cultural Shield.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa. African ... moreZulu Traditional Cultural Shield.
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$45.00 Shipping Location: Waterland-Oudeman, Belgium Old wooden hide covered quiver with leather belt. IVORY COAST. WOOD - HIDE- LEATHER.
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Free Shipping Location: 's-Gravenhage - Laakhaven-Oost, Netherlands The last 2 pictures are only illustrative and are not included in the sale, the last picture shows an Oromo man. He attached a sturdily rolled handle ... moreto the back with leather laces, providing enough space for the bearer to draw the shield all the way up to his upper arm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The Zulu people are found i in South Africa. African ... moreZulu Traditional Cultural Shield. The total length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Free Shipping Location: South Africa These zulu shields were originally used in wars when the african tribes used to fight with one another. The total height of this Zulu shield itself without ... morethe stick is 79cm with the or length being 35cm.
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Ethnographic Hide Shield
19th century ethnographic shield made from very heavy rawhide- 21" across- concave with slightly flaring rim- slightly warped- some water staining- minor bug damage- painted on both sides with red and black mineral pigments- location and tribal affiliation unknown. But probably not NA- no handles although there are 2 holes located 4" from the rim and 1 hole located 4" from opposite rim. Sorry, no returns on this item.
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Old Hand Painted Hide African Warrior Shield Masai Massai Tribe Tribal Africa
Old Hand Painted Hide African Warrior Shield Masai Massai Tribe Tribal Africa Description: This vintage tribal shield was hand made and painted in Africa by the Masai/ Massai tribe. It measures approx. 31 in. tall x 19 3/4 in. wide and it is made with bent sticks and covered with animal hide. I do not know much about these shields so hopefully my pictures will do the better part of my description. Have a good look and thanks for stopping by to see it. Shipping: I offer all forms of shipping(First class. Parcel post, and for heavier-larger items FEDX& Greyhound) if the winning bidder requests it. Buyer pays all shipping and insurance. Payment: SALES WITHIN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON WILL BE SUBJECT TO SALES TAX WHICH WILL BE APPLIED TO THE TOTAL UNLESS A TAX EXEMPT NUMBER IS PROVIDED. Payment is expected within 7 days after the auction ends. ... moreThank you. Payment is expected within 3 days after the auction is closed. Thank you. Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge inkfrog terapeak. InkFrog Analytics.
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African Zulu TRIBAL SHIELD Native Animal Hide Leather Father Gift
AFRICAN TRIBAL SHIELD This sale is for traditional African Tribal Shield Hand made from animal hide Size(approx) Width 25.5cm(10" Height 37cm(14 1/2" Condition: Extremely good condition Post& Packing UK: £6.99 Confirmed/Signed For Europe: £8.99(add an extra £5.00 for International Signed For) Rest of World: £12.99(add an extra £5.40 for International Signed for) Item will be posted within 2 business days of payment being received. Returns A full refund will be given upon the safe return of the item in its original condition. Please note that refunds exclude postage costs. Thanks for looking- Please Check Out My Other Items For Sale! f3d.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2B%3Ef3d-13e82a370b4-0x101-
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gaashan Somali Hide Shield Buckler African Not Billao Not Kaskara Somalia
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Omani Turs Buckler Hide Shield African Not Gaashan Not Kaskara
An old Omani buckler or shield. Sometimes attributed to Zanzibar. Really thick unknown hide. Old used item with lots of character, handle is a bit loose. Measures 9.5 inches diameter Abt 3.25 inches tall and hide is about 3/8 inches thick. Selling my collection and moving to Asia so no returns. Take a look at my other items, thanks. Posted with
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African Hide & Wood Shield. Colorful and Very Interesting Piece! Unique!
I know very little to nothing about this piece other than it caught my eye in an antique store and was labeled"Africa n Breast Plate Shield. It seems small to me. But perhaps it would provide some shielding for the owner! The frame is wood and there is a handle formed on the back side. It's 17 1/2" long. 12 1/2" wide, oval. It appears that it has some age, a primitive quality, actual hid es with fur and tied securely with hide thongs. The decoration appears painted with o ff-white and rust-colored paint. The frame is wood. The hide is somewhat trans lucent. As shown in one photo, so that the painted design on the other side can be seen through the hide slightly. The overall condition is very good. I'd say, although there is some small area of edge wear and a little"shedding" of hair f rom the hides. It displays ... morevery nicely. Perhaps someone knows more about this piece and will share some information. Thanks for your interest. Have an enjoyable day.
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19th Century Sudanese Hippo Hide War Shield
19 Century Sudanese Hippo Hide War Shield Has some repairs to some splits in the hide made with old metal and a metal type nail or fasteners. The repairs appear to be primitive in nature which makes me think the original owner or user has done them 25" diameter This is a very heavy. Solid and thick war shield and in excellent condition for its age though it does have use and wear patina as with anything this old The person I got this from informed me that it was actually used in battle. However, I have no documentation or confirmation of this The handle on the back side is very sturdy and strong Please see all pictures for a better idea of condition and repairs I have mentioned earlier. I do have about 9 more photos, so do not hesitate to ask me to send them to you Ask any and all questions before bidding or purchase Please pay within ... more3 days of auction end by Paypal United States Economy Shipping only Feedback is left for you when payment is received Thank you
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A Fine 19th c. Ethiopian Hide Shield.
Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! Ethiopian. Dating from the second half of the 19th century. Hand worked and shaped from a single section of natural animal hide- this small example features a highly pronounced central boss. The grip section. Of similar animal hide, is mounted in position by a pair of iron staples- each staple fitted with a shaped and pierced bronze clamp- see images 3& 6. The hand grip is fitted with a hinged iron suspension ring- detailed above. Overall diameter- 9 5/8" 245mm) Height- 4 5/8" 118mm) Very good. Period condition- no repairs. Fine natural colour and patina. Please see my other items for more antiques. Ethnographic art, curios and bygones- including pieces recently purchased from a private UK collection of African art, metalware and weapons. Shipping- U.S.A. and worldwide ... morezone 1- £19.90 Royal Mail. International Signed For, air mail. Worldwide zone 2- Australia/ New Zealand/ Pacific Islands) £20.55 Royal Mail. International Signed For, air mail. Europe- £15.15 Royal Mail. International Signed For, air mail. UK shipping* as above. Please Note- Royal Mail have dramatically increased UK postage rates and restrictions. I can now arrange alternative and more cost effective shipping using the couriers. City Link, Hermes and UPS within the UK- all three provide an excellent service, fully trackable. Payment- Full payment to be made within seven days of purchase- unless full settlement arrangements have been agreed prior to bidding. I reserve the right to cancel transactions for non-payment after seven days following the item sale date. All non-payments to be reported to ebay. Please Note- Due to recent acts of Fraud. All items with a sale value of 40.00 GB Pounds Sterling, and over, will now be shipped on a trackable, signed for basis only. Any Genuine claim will be processed through the Insur
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Maasai? Vintage Warrior African Animal Hide Hand Painted Tribal Dancing Shield
Maasai? Warrior African Animal Hide Hand Painted Tribal Dancing Shield 17 1/4" Tall By 14 3/4" Wide No Repairs Please Place Bid Accordingly Upon Viewing All Photos This Is A Very Nice Piece Made From One Hide Thank You For Looking! Item Will Be Shipped Insured* Posted with 336.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2B%3E336-13f5bfabbf1-0x103-
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AFRICAN SHIELD (ZULU?) MADE FROM THICK HIDE 16" X 10"
Estate sale find. I bought a few items from this sale that are very rare. Alot of the items were marked with numbers as if they had been inventoried. They look as though they came out of a museum. To see the other items please check out my store. The Shield is 16" X 10" and very stiff.
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19TH C. AFRICAN ETHIOPIA SOMALIA HIPPO HIDE TRIBAL SHIELD NATIVE RARE
For sale is an authentic hippo hide African shield from Ethiopia or Somalia circa 19 th c. It is 15 ½” in diameter and 7” deep. The shield is hand embossed or stamped and the handle is wood and leather with the leather coming unstitched over time. It is from the 1900s and has signs of age. Wear, use, and minor material loss(around edges) as would be expected but overall, it is in very good condition for its age. Please view images for further information. Thank you for looking and please browse my store.
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Superb old antique late 19th / early 20th century Ethiopian hide shield in VGC
It's a nomad life is a two floor antique shop that is fully stocked with antiques. Tribal art, gifts and collectables from all over the world. We are based in the wonderful historic town of Shrewsbury in Shropshire, England. Our shop can be found at 14 Wyle Cop. Shrewsbury, SY11XB. We are open Tuesday to Saturday- 10 AM- 5.30 PM. We are situated opposite the famous Lion Hotel and limited on street parking is available outside the hotel. If you have any questions about our items the please feel free to get in touch. Our phone number at the shop is(+ 44) 01743 248284 or you can email us at: info@itsanomadlife.com. We also have our own website which can be found by doing an internet search for: it's a nomad life. We do hope to see you at our retail premises soon so please do come and say hello if you are in the area. Thank you for viewing ... moreour items. On offer is a superb old antique animal hide shield from Ethiopia Very well made item Clearly a genuinely used tribal item Very nicely decorated all over the surface Hanging strap is broken- handle is worn and frayed in places Wrist strap in good condition Very well made item Condition is good- some small spear/ dagger cuts on the surface- some chips& dings. Dents all over- hanging loop broken- handle worn and frayed in places- please see pictures for more details Please see notes above on condition- please email for a more detailed condition report if required- please ensure you study the photos as these make up part of the description Date- Circa 1880-1920 Approx 44 cm wide x 16 cm high/ deep Please see pictures for more details of condition and please email with any questions you may have. £99.99 START- NO RESERVE ITEM 7 DAY LISTING NOTE ON POSTAGE: AS OF 1st April 2013 ROYAL MAIL HAVE PUT THEIR PRICES UP AGAIN. WE ARE STILL GETTING USED TO THE NEW POSTAL RATES AND REQUIREMENTS SO WE ALWAYS REFUND MONEY TO YOUR PAYPAL ONCE POSTED IF THERE IS MORE THAN £1 DIFFERENCE IN WHAT YOU PAY US AND WHAT WE PAY AT THE POST OFFICE. BID WITH CONFIDENCE! ALSO W
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Antique African "ETHIOPIAN HIDE SHIELD"
A very rare and authentic Ethiopian Tribal Hide Shield.It has a central boss within concentric rings,punched and tolled decoration,rolled rim with a decorated central handle to the reverse.I have never saw one with such a light colouration,suspect it could be Rhino or Hippo hide but only my opinion.It measures 33cm diameter surely would be a fantastic addition to any African Tribal collection.PLEASE USE PICTURES AS PART OF DESCRIPTION,you are bidding on an Antique item! Due to size overseas shipping will be quite expensive,also would overseas buyers please wait for me to send payment details before paying,please note I post International Signed For,so sorry no P.O.boxes. Thanks for looking. N/B Apologies but unable to post until Friday 20th.Sorry for any inconvenience.
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African Tribal shield and metal spear - handmade hide skin Zulu Masai
Large African tribal animal hide painted shield and handmade long spear plus decorative leather and feather item. The shield is animal hide painted in a tribal design and stretched over a wooden frame. It measures approximately 45" by 22" Long spear is two parts metal with one part wood to join them. I'm no expert but it appears to be handmade hand forged. Overall measures 80 inches long. Shown in two pieces the top part measures approximately 28 inches with a 2 inch wide flat point. The bottom metal part measures approximately 42 inches and tapers down to a point and the wooden part is pretty well stuck into one of the metal pieces but when put together completely the wood that is exposed measures approximately 10 inches. The leather straping and feathers piece measures approximately 12 inches long overall. I believe they are ... moreemu feathers maybe ostrich. I'm not sure if this is supposed to be attached to the shield for the spear or if it belongs to something else altogether. I do not know much more about these items but feel free to ask questions and I will do my best to answer.
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Bouclier Sidamo Oromo Ethiopie Ethiopia Hide Shield Ethiopian African
A great looking ethiopian hide shield I believe from the early 20th century in fantastic condition. It has a good looking patina and displays well. It measures just over 29 inches wide.US Shipping Only.
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AFRICAN ZULU SWAZI HIDE SHIELD VINTAGE SOUTH AFRICA TRIBAL SPEAR KNOBKERRIE
VINTAGE ZULU OR MAYBE SWAZI HIDE SHIELD BROWN AND WHITE PATTERN SHOWS A GREAT DEAL OF AGE BUT IN AMAZING CONDITION MEASURES 31 X 26 INCHES LOVELY OLD AFRICAN COLLECTABLE VERY NICE EXAMPLE
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Old African Massai Shield Kenya Africa "Red Badge" Buffalo Hide Warfare Hunting
Old African Massai Shield Kenya Africa"Red Badge" Kenya shield. Cow Hide Warfare Hunting great details.Rare Collectible. Excellent Condition. DESCRIPTION Please look to Tribal Art Catalogs. Miller's& Carter's price guides for similar Massai shields are used not only as weapons in the Massai culture of Kenya. They also express the art and culture of the Masai people in Kenya. Each shield Was crafted from buffalo hide sewn onto a wooden frame. This one is sewed from Cow hide. The handle is attached at the center back of the shield and wrapped with leather strips. Among the Massai. Red paint was traditionally obtained by mixing earth with blood or the red sap of the solanum campylae fruit. White was derived from local clays, and black from the skins of burnt gourds. Younger warriors were only allowed the use of black, white, ... moreor gray on their shields, while red shields were for the senior warriors. Shields remain one of the Maasai warrior’s most important tools. They were used in warfare and hunting as well as practice and training. Outside of the warring context. However, shields were used in rites of passage and also functioned as prestige objects and symbols of identification. Early studies revealed that spear markings and shield designs were once used to tell between some of the Massai subgroups and also hinted at a larger, complex lineage identification system. Shield designs are known as sirata. Different designs and colors represent different things; a red badge signifies great bravery in battle and is only painted with the permission of a high-ranking chief. The intricacy of design and high craftsmanship of Maasai shields extend beyond utilitarianism and convey the sense of honor and status with which their warrior owners were invested. All the way from Kenya! I have had this for the Last 35 yrs.From my Grand Father! Measures 22" Tall x 13" Wide. Great Rare Collectible that will add life and History from far and Beyond into to any room. Perfect excellent condition. Please see a
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KENYAN MASAI ANTIQUE WARRIOR HIDE SHIELD 46"x 25" FASCINATING POLYCHROME MOTIF!
Genuine Antique Masai Warrior~Ceremonial Hide Shield" Kenya Masai People~Ivory Coast Measures: 38"L) 46" WITH WOOD x 25"W) Composition: Cowhide. Wood, Charcoal, Fur, Blood& Or Juice Extract Of A Solanum Campylaeanthum Fruit(Red) Form: Lenticular Grip To Rear Exotic This Is An Antique Masai Warrior Hide Shield. Lenticular Form with bound border and wood grip to rear, please see pictures for true description. The Polychrome Symbolism Conveys Warriors Age, Tribal Geographic Location, Family Lineage, Military Affinities, Wealth& Bravery. The Layered Pigments(Encrusted) Applique Is Bold, Bright& Vivid(Intact) w/Some Minimal Crackle From Exposure To Time& Elements. The Wooden Struts& Leather Banding Are MOSTLY Intact& In decent Condition for this advanced age! The Overall Integrity: An visually Excellent ... moreSpecimen!
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AUTHENTIC 19TH C. AFRICAN ETHIOPIAN GALLERY QUALITY ANIMAL HIDE SHIELD
For sale is an authentic African animal hide shield from Ethiopia or Somalia circa 19 th c. It is 23” in diameter and 6” deep. The shield is hand embossed or stamped and the handle is wood and leather with the leather coming unstitched where it attached to the shield as shown in the picture. There is also a small chip around the edges as shown and some stable age cracks. It is from the 1900s and has signs of age. Wear, use, and minor material loss(as described and shown) as would be expected but overall, it is in very good condition for its age. In a gallery this would be a $1,500.00 piece. Please view images for further information. Thank you for looking and please browse my store.
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OLD AFRICIAN MASSAI SHIELD KENYA AFRICA "RED BADGE" WARFARE HUNTING BUFFALO HIDE
OLD AFRICIAN MASSAI SHIELD KENYA AFRICA"RED BADGE" WARFARE HUNTING BUFFALO HIDE Massai shields are used not only as weapons but are an expression of art and culture of the people of the Massai Kenya. Each shield was crafted from buffalo hide and sewn onto the wooden frames. This one is sewn from cowhide. It is attached with leather strips. Only senior warriors were permitted to use red color. The younger worriers used black gray or white on their shield. This shield measures 18 1/2" x 36" Buyer pays $18.00 s/h See my other auctions for African Pieces. Buyer pays $18.00 s/h. Posted with
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KENYAN MASAI:EXOTIC WARRIOR HIDE SHIELD 16"x20" LENTICULAR POLYCHROME MOTIFS!
A n n i e v i n t a g e G a l l e r y* Welcome To My Auction Featuring A Fascinating"Masai Warrior~Ceremonial Hide Shield" Provenance: Kenya Masai People~Ivory Coast Measures: 20"L) x 16"W) Composition: Cowhide. Wood, Charcoal, Fur, Blood& Or Juice Extract Of A Solanum Campylaeanthum Fruit(Red) Form: Lenticular Grip To Rear* Exotic& Fascinating! This Is A Fascinating Masai Warrior Hide Shield. Lenticular In Form. The Polychrome Symbolism Conveys Warriors Age, Tribal Geographic Location, Family Lineage, Military Affinities, Wealth& Bravery. The Layered Pigments(Encrusted) Applique Is Bold, Bright& Vivid(Intact) w/Some Minimal Crackle From Exposure To Time& Elements. The Wooden Struts& Leather Banding Are Intact& In Very Good Condition! The Overall Integrity: An Excellent Specimen! The Remarkable ... moreSymmetrical Crescent~Pattern Symbolism(Pale Red& White Colors) Is Called Sirata. This Conveys Masai Subgrouping& A Larger Complex Lineage Identification System Representing Bravery. Rank Suggesting The Individual Prestige~Honor Of It's Owner! FASCINATING! It Was Found In Remarkable Well Kept/Stored Condition! The Appx.350.000 Masai People Are An African Niolitic Tribe Centered Around A Shepard~Nomadic Lifestyle. Mainly The Women Produce Articles Of Jewelry& Utilitarian. The Men Produce The Weapons. Provenance Cold Spring. NY Estate It Will Make A Splendid~Sensational Addition For Any Collection. Thank You! Terms& Conditions Payment Your Payment Can Be Made Via Paypal Within 3 Days Of Auction Close Or Item Will Be Re-Listed& Ebay Notified For Non-Payment Shipping& Handling Your Package Will Ship Within 24-48(On Weekends) Hours Of Receiving Payment Confirmation& Address Verification. Private Auction In Agreement With Ebay This Is A Private Auction To Protect Both Of Our Mutual Interests From Unsolicited Interference. All Items Are Sold In As Is~As~Found Condition! No Refunds! Please Email Your Questions? I Have Over 2900 Positive Feedbacks So Bid
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AFRICAN TRIBAL ART OLD ZULU HIDE SHIELD AND KNOBKERIE CLUB
AFRICAN TRIBAL ARTS OLD ZULU HIDE SHIELD AND KNOBKERIE CLUB SHIELD 53 X 33CM ACTUAL SIZE WITHOUT CENTRAL STICK CLUB 49CM LENGTH POSTAGE UK £12 PARCELFORCE EUROPE £20 USA CANADA £30
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Rare c. 1800 Hippopotamus Hide African War Shield Ethiopia Arrusi Chiefs Shield
Rare African Antique shield Weapon. Arusi Shield 19th century Origin: Ethiopia. This unique item is a rare find, made from a Hippopotamus hide. This"African shield" is from Ethiopia, Arrusi" This is a rare piece of African art. The Ethiopian warriors are renowned for their bravery, ferocity and hunting skills. Beautiful piece with impressed design. This shield is as hard as a rock and would have made a great defense. Approximately 19" across and 6" deep. This is a one of a kind piece and probably belongs in a museum. If International shipping is higher it will be adjusted at the end of the auction.
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OLD ZULU COW HIDE SHIELD spear shield axe club AFRICAN TRIBAL ASSEGAI
AS ALWAYS SELLING WITHOUT RESERVE AND STARTING AT.99c. FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING FREE. IF THE WINNING BIDDER WILL ALLOW ME TO SHIP IT"ROLLED-UP" AN SOUTH AFRICAN ZULU WAR SHIELD ZULU WARRIOR'S COW HIDE ISHLANGU A THICK.BROWN AND WHITE COW HIDE SHIELD PROBABLY A TOURIST ITEM.POST 1945 THE HIDE.THICK AND SOLID IS APPROX. 102 X 56 CMS AGAIN.FREE WORLD WIDE SHIPPING IF SENT ROLLED-UP. OTHERWISE.APPROX $ 66 USD WHEN SENT FLAT IN A LARGE WIDE BOX.
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ANTIQUE AFRICIAN MASSAI KENYA WARFARE HUNTING BUFFALO HIDE SHIELD AND SPEAR T690
ANTIQUE AFRICIAN MASSAI KENYA WARFARE HUNTING BUFFALO HIDE SHIELD AND SPEAR Maasai Warrior Shield and Spear- Genuine African Collectible This auction is for a shield measuring 20" H x 12" W. Hand Carved Spear handle measures 25-1/2" Length. Top Hand Made Spear measures 11-1/2" and Bottom Spear measures 8-1/2" Length. The Maasai(sometimes spelled"Masai" or"Masaai" are a Nilotic ethnic group of semi-nomadic people located in Kenya and northern Tanzania. They are among the best known of African ethnic groups. Due to their distinctive customs and dress and residence near the many game parks of East Africa. Each shield is crafted from buffalo hide sewn onto a wooden frame. The handle is attached at the center back of the shield and wrapped with leather strips. Among the Massai. Red paint was traditionally ... moreobtained by mixing earth with blood or the red sap of the solanum campylae fruit. White was derived from local clays, and black from the skins of burnt gourds. Younger warriors were only allowed the use of black, white, or grey on their shields, while red shields were for the senior warriors. Shields remain one of the Maasai warrior's most important tools. They were used in warfare and hunting as well as practice and training. Outside of the warring context, however, shields were used in rites of passage and also functioned as prestige objects and symbols of identification. Early studies revealed that spear markings and shield designs were once used to tell between some of the Massai subgroups and also hinted at a larger, complex lineage identification system. Shield designs are known as sirata. Different designs and colors represent different things; a red badge signifies great bravery in battle and is only painted with the permission of a high-ranking chief. The intricacy of design and high craftsmanship of Maasai shields extend beyond utilitarianism and convey the sense of honor and status with which their warrior owners were invested. This traditional shield is in
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AFRICAN MAASAI TRIBAL SHIELD Masai Cow Hide Hand Made Shield Amazing Colors!!
Amazing hand painted cow hide African Maasai tribal shield. Great for any collector! It measures 20" long by 13.5" wide
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Rare c. 1800 Hippopotamus Or Buffalo Hide African War Shield Ethiopia Shield
African shield. I purchased from an estate sale. The sale was full of antique items from all over Ethiopia. I was told the shield was from the 1800's but have no way to verify. I was also told it was made from hippo but also have no way to know for certain. Also I'm under the impression this was purchased in Ethiopia. As the other items from the sale were. Thank u for your interest Posted with
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A REAL MASAI's ANIMAL SKIN HIDE Shield African Gazelle
AFRICAN WARRIORS TRIBAL Members GAZELLE SKIN HIDE SHIELD. GIRAFFES are featured on the face of the shield. Hand picked by tribal member for its creation. Obviously. This piece is surreal. Measures 13" High X 11" Wide Wire placed on it for hanging and viewing purposes. As to avoid over touching and handling of it. Its a very rare piece. YOUNG MASAI's SHIELD. Only received as a gift when visiting Kenya and the Masai tribe specifically. These cannot be purchased anywhere, and that's why if you Google it you will not locate another. It was a personal shield of the Masai tribal member. This item can be considered an artifact of the Personal Masai tribal Members. Factual background; Hide and leather shields; Since earliest times the hides of wild and domesticated animals have been part of the important treasure trove of materials. ... moreAbove all. Leather is one of the oldest materials used in the making of clothing and utensils by nomadic, hunting and pastoral tribes. The number of different kinds of wild animals whose hides had been used in the making of shields is so great that it appears impossible to list them all. Naturally, hides with the largest possible size, stiffness and thickness(buffalo, hippopotamus, rhinoceros, elephant, giraffe etc) were particularly preferred. The hides of zebra, gnu and the back of various kinds of antelope, however, found use as basic materials for the production of shields. By contrast the cuirass of a crocodile or the hide of its soft underbelly were only sporadically employed. Although Schebesta-Höltker clearly distinguished between hide and leather shields. This division has been avoided in the present book, We are of the opinion that a strict division is not so simple. Shields made from the skin of animals have been manufactured through innumerable processes. From the partial or no dehairing of hides to hardened hides or to leather like or aged materials respectively. The skin and tegmen[an inner lining] of individual animals also had to be prepared and treated
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Antique African Rhino Hide Shield
This is an rare antique African Rhino hide shield. It was purchased in 1976 from 24 Collection.It measures 25" L x 24" W and is in excellent condition. It is purely decorative and makes a fabulous wall hanging.
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Antique African Ethiopian Bull Hide Leather Shield Armor + Horse Hair Fly Wisk
Antique African Ethiopian Bull Hide Leather Shield Armor + Horse Hair Fly Wisk We purchased the items from an old estate in CA. The previous owner was a world traveler and collected antiques. The old Ethiopian Bull Hide Leather Shield measures 17" in diameter. It is a solid piece. The bull hide is thick. Sturdy, and strong. It has a beautiful design on the leather. See close-up picture. Also included are two horse hair fly wisks. Each horse hair fly wisk is approximately 17" long. We do not have any provenance for these items. The are being sold as pictured. If you have any further questions. Please ask. Thanks for looking. $16.95 USPS Priority Shipping in the US $ 58.95 Worldwide Shipping
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Antique 1800's African Ethiopian Sudan Native Tribal Hippo Elephant Hide Shield
Antique 1800's African Ethiopian Sudan Native Tribal Hippo Elephant Hide Shield For Your Consideration Late 1800's hide shield with four hand forged steel bosses on the front and leather strap handles. Measures 16 1/4" long x 14 1/4" wide and weighs 1.7 kilos/3.77 lbs. The strap underneath is broken in half and one of the hoops comes out. There's also a 9.5" of the edge which is rippled and 3" of that is missing about a 1/4" of the edge. Due to weight(over 1kg/2.2lbs) shipping is via Expedited to the USA/ Parcel Post within Canada and includes Tracking. Please inquire on rates to your area. Rates include Insurance. Packaging& Ebays 10% fee on s/h. Full delivery info below. We are pleased to combine shipping. Thanks so much for visiting! Paypal Payments: are due within 4 days of auction ending. For ... moremultiple purchases please let us know so we can hold off invoicing. Any applicable import duty or taxes are the responsibility of the buyer. We normally ship within 2 business days of payment clearing. Please be assured we pack with great care. Breakables are double boxed when weight/measurements allow. Canadian Residents: Rates vary by location so please inquire on shipping prior to bidding. Please send your postal code when asking for a quote. Any prices listed may be approximates and could be more or less. Postage Delivery Standards Canada Regular Parcel is 3-5 days within Ontario. Up to 10 days nationwide. Tracking is included. Continental U.S. Effective February 11. 2013 the Post Office will no longer offer G round services and insurance is not automatically included. Insurance will be purchased through Auctiva. Light Packet(padded envelope up to 2cm thick) is 7-9 business days. No Tracking available. Small Packet Air(max 1kg/2.2 lbs) is 7-9 business days. No Tracking available. Tracked Packet is 7-9 business days. Expedited is the minimum available on parcels over 1kg/2.2lbs and includes tracking. Delivery time is 5-10 business days depending on location. We will advise you
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GOOD VINTAGE ETHIOPIAN HIPPO HIDE SHIELD - INCISED DECORATION -22 3/4" DIAMETER.
GOOD VINTAGE ETHIOPIAN HIPPO HIDE SHIELD- INCISED DECORATION-22 3/4" DIAMETER. Description: A well preserved vintage Ethiopian hippo hide shield with bands of incised decoration and a pronounced central boss. There are good signs of wear to the hand-hold and the edges. No damage beyond a couple of minor checks. 22 3/4" in diameter. There are holes around the circumference for some decorative elements which are missing. Payment: Payment as per eBay instructions. Is by PayPal only, unless it is otherwise necessary that another method be chosen. Shipping: Shipping charges are for shipping only. There is no handling fee. In most cases USPS will be chosen. All fragile items will be double boxed. Which, in the case of larger items, might result in the shipper charging a fee for an oversized package. Books will be mailed Media rate in ... morethe US, unless otherwise requested. Terms of Sale: Returns are accepted only with pre-authorization for damaged goods or items misrepresented as to nature or condition. No claims for items not being received will be honored. About Us: Waterstreettribal is a specialized eBay auction site of Water Street Antiques. Long established in Wiscasset, Maine. We offer tribal objects from many cultures as well as antiquities. As freedonia we have been selling on eBay since 1998, and have been in the trade for nearly 40 years. The freedonia listing site offers offers, as does our Wiscasset shop, a variety of goods in fields as varied as nbooks, tools, Orientalia, Americana, nautical, 20th century art, and vintage household items. We attempt to describe our listings with great care, hoping that there are no surprises for the purchaser. Sometimes, as a result, our thouough descriptions make the object sound worse than it is. If you wish more detail concerning an object feel free to contact us.
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AFRICAN MAASAI TRIBAL SHIELD Masai Goat Hide Hand Made Shield Amazing Color
ebay template ` International Liquidatorz. EBay Store Add To Favorites Home AFRICAN MAASAI TRIBAL SHIELD Masai Goat Hide Hand Made Shield Amazing Color Item Description Payment& Checkout Domestic Shipping Return Policy Contact Us Items Description. AFRICAN MAASAI TRIBAL SHIELD Masai Goat Hide Hand Made Shield Amazing Color Amazing hand painted goat hide African Maasai tribal shield. Great for any collector! It measures 21" long by 10.5" wide. This is a very cool item with hand painted details. The goat skin is much thinner than traditional dried cow hide so I'm don't think this shield was used for self defense probably more as ceremonial or decorative. Payment We accept payments through PayPal only. Domestic Shipping All items are in-stock and ready to ship. We ship UPS. FEDEX, and USPS, and in most cases offer you complimentary ... moretracking. Per eBay guidelines we are only able to ship an item to the address listed with your order and confirmed through eBay/PayPal.com. We will not ship to an unconfirmed shipping address. Return Policy. We have a 30 day no hassle return policy as our 100% satisfaction guarantee. Please contact us before you leave neutral/negative feedback. And we will do our best to make the situation right by providing a full refund of the auction price. Contact Us. Any questions or concerns. Our responsive and courteous customer service team is on hand 6 days a week.We are available to assist you Monday– Friday 8:00am-3:30pm and Saturdays 9:00am-12:00pm(via email only) Put your listings on autopilot with Kyozou.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2Bfg2%3E-147251f4d1b-0x106-
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ANTIQUE CENTRAL AFRICAN TURKANA HIPPOPOTAMUS HIDE WAR SHIELD 40" X 16"
ANTIQUE CENTRAL AFRICAN TURKANA HIPPOPOTAMUS HIDE WAR SHIELD 40" X 16" hippopotamus hide affixed to wooden support rod with rawhide bindings that make for a handle as well. C. 1900. 40" x 16" just shy of 4 lbs* last image shows another item that we are also currently listing* terms of sale- seller can cancel any bid and/or end auction at any time- winning domestic bidder can collect item in Marina del Rey. CA, or buyer pays FED EX GROUND PLUS full insurance- winning international bidder pays USPS priority PLUS handling fee to cover actual cost of full insurance. PLUS customs or duties- yes, we combine shipments- payment by pay pal or direct credit card within 48 hours from receipt of invoice* GUARANTEE* Item is sold as is and sales are final. Authenticity and condition are 100% guaranteed. thanks for looking please check ... moreour other auctions by clicking the Ebay icon below product ltd would be pleased to discuss the possibility of selling items of value on Ebay that you own and are ready to part with- please email us for more information- thanks-
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Antique African Rhino Hide Tribal Shield - probably from Abyssinia – Ethiopia
This is very nice and old.Very decorative RARE Antique African Rhino Hide Tribal Shield
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RARE EARLY 19TH CENTURY ETHIOPIAN ARRUSI HIPPO HIDE AFRICAN SHIELD
Up for bids we have this amazing African shield. It is a bit misshapen on the bottom and shows it age. About the shield: Origin: Ethiopia. This unique item is a rare find. Made from a Hippopotamus hide. This is a rare piece of African art. Beautiful piece with impressed design. This shield is as hard as a rock and would have made a great defense. Approximately 25" across and 6" deep. This is a one of a kind piece and probably belongs in a museum. Sent from my iPhone Any questions just ask. I will answer any and all questions to the best of my ability. Please ensure that they are submitted prior to final day of auction to ensure they are answered in time, as I do not watch my auctions close most days. Check the photos and bid with confidence, someone is going to get a deal here. Shipping/Payments: Payment for auction is due within ... more2 days without exception. All sales are final and returns are granted ONLY if item is not as described. Please contact within 14 days of receipt. Shipping is $18 for FedEx Ground any where in the lower 48 which ensure fast arrival time. Insurance, and tracking for your valuable items. If you feel this shipping is high please contact me PRIOR TO BIDDING! As always, local pickup is welcome. Ships to lower 48 only within the USA. I ship within two business days of recieving CLEARED payment. I do not accept anything other than PayPal payments. Please do not ask me to complete this transaction outside of eBay. Or to mail in payments, or to ship to any address other than the PayPal/eBay verified address. Terms of Sale: Most of the items I sell are in used. Previously-owned condition and come from estates mainly. These items will usually have signs of wear. Any electronic items being sold will be sold in functioning condition. ALWAYS READ THE ENTIRE ITEM DESCRIPTION AND ASK ANY QUESTIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING. This should go without saying, yet people continue to irresponsibly fail to do this and are ruining eBay. Placing a bid on this auction certifies that you understand the terms of sal
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Antique Ethiopian tooled leather hide shield weapon African
This tooled leather shield has a conical shape and is 12 inches in diameter and 5 ½ inches deep. It is made of buffalo or rhino hide. The top of the shield has incised decoration. It has a hide handle on the underside. We believe it dates to the late 19 th or early 20 th century. There is no damage.
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Decorative Masai Tribe African Shield - Animal Hide Tribal
These are two decorative Masai type shields. Rather than tribal symbols. Animals are depicted. It's hard to tell the age of these. They are in good condition. There is some war page to the hides. But nothing to prevent display. The center stay is missing from the large one. They're very attractive. Measurements: Large 20"T x 16"W. Small 14"T x 11"W.
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Vintage African Zulu Cow Hide War Shield Wood Leather Tribal Wall Decor 54"x 21"
Zulu Hide War Shield- 54" long x 21" wide- removable stick- cow hide- some fur loss on front and some of hide straps are missing Sold as is I am also selling a Zulu spear- you can go to my store to view it
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African Hide Zulu Shield, with a provenance
An African Shield. Collected in Swaziland. 76cm long. 52cm wide. Please see my other auctions.
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AFRICAN ETHIOPIAN MASAI SHEILD WARRIORS LEATHER SHIELD BULLS RHINO HIDE 18C 19
AFRICAN. POSSIBLY MASAI? OR ETHIOPIAN? WARRIORS LEATHER SHIELD. MADE FROM BULLS OR RHINO HIDE. HAD DOMED HANDLE WITH 2 SMALL THIN STRAPS EITHER SIDE. HAND TOOLED DESIGN ALL OVER. HEIGHT APPROX: X 7" DIAMETER X 18" THIS WAS BROUGHT BACK FROM AFRICA BY A FRIEND IN THE LATE 50'S. SADLY NO LONGER WITH US SO I AM UNABLE TO ASK HIM ABOUT THE ORIGINS OR HISTORY OF IT. I WILL POST WORLDWIDE. PLEASE ASK FOR A DEFINITIVE PRICE AS I HAVE BRACKETED THE WORSE CASE SCENARIO IN THE LISTING
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A RARE SHAPED LEATHER HIDE SHIELD FROM ETHIOPIA , SCULPTURAL FORM
This is a rare shaped Ethiopian hide shield. A thick buffalo hide shield with very good age and tribal use In excellent collectable condition without cracks or tears. This is a rare shape as it has extends more outwards than a more traditional shape and also has a extended nipple. In very good condition. A protruding nodule at the centre. We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Therefore is an investment piece. Width 65 cm Please view our other tribal auctions on www.ebay.co.uk using the ``view sellers other items `` button. As we calculate postage before packaging there may be a slight discrepancy in postage paid. If on receiving your item the overpaid postage is over the £2 packaging fee, please contact us and we will happily refund the difference as we have no interest in making a profit on postage costs. In many cases ... morewe underestimate postage to the buyers advantage. For all items ending over £80 we will add a tribally used object as a gift. The quality of which depends on the price of the auction item. We normally can post items within 3 days of payment and will always try to be as quick as possible. But if we have a busy week, the item is quite large or we are travelling it can take longer. Please contact us if you are needing an update. We only sell items that have been used in traditional tribal life and practice and have been dealing in African tribal art for over 15 years. Please get in touch if you have any problems or customer service needs and we will try our best to solve any issues or requests. Good luck in your bidding and thanks for visiting Tribalspace. `4`.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d71f%2B%3E%604%60-14b30c09524-0x108-
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Ethiopian Shield Leather Animal Hide Embossed African SALE WAS $350.00
Title, Ethiopian Shield Leather Animal Hide Embossed African, Type of Object, Shield Country of Origin, Ethiopia, People, Amarro or Arusi. Or others, Materials, animal skin. Wood, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 30.5 inches L x 17 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, worn leather. Cracks and tears in places, Additional Information: A strong Ethiopian shield made out of embossed animal hide. This shield could be attributed ... moreto various Ethiopian groups or even to Sudanese warrior groups. Ethiopian shields come in variety of designs and decorations(beads. Silver strips etc. They are made of various media that include, wood, metal, vegetable fiber(rattan or raffia) Leather is preferable because the hide is strong and resistant. The hide used is from the buffalo, rhinoceros and elephant. The visual effect, the functionality and practical purposes of the piece dictated the form a shield should take. A good shield should offer a maximum of protection. The material used should be strength and durable. Almost all peoples of Africa made usage of the shield. In many cultures, shields like this were known as a defensive weapon, used by the warriors during combat. Shields were also displayed as emblems of status or rank and also as accessories of dance during festival or commemorative ceremonies or after a victory. See more examples in the Musee Dapper's CHASSEURS ET GUERRIERS; AFRICA: The Art of a Continent. Edited by Tom Phillips, See p. 126 in the above-referenced volume and also, p. 69 in African Shields by Dieter Plaschke and Manfred A. Zirngibl, see also Marc Ginzberg. AFRICAN FORMS, I have ex
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AFRICAN TRIBAL ART GOOD ANTIQUE HIDE SHIELD SUDAN
A good antique Sudanese hide shield with geometric pattern Iron like hide probably hippo 19th century or earlier diameter 34cm Condition: Good a;06d2.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28%3Ea%3B06d2-14b6cc32478-0x111-
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Antique African Masai / Nandi Hide Shield Not Sword Spear
Antique African Masai/ Nandi Hide Shield Not Sword Spear Prev Stop Play Next This is an outstanding African shield from the Masai tribe of Tanzania. Made of thick hide and robust in form. The shield is from the Bantu speaking ethnic group Dschagga. It measures 37” 94cm) in length and 22” 56cm) at the widest point. There is a complex and colorful design on the front of the shield that conveys information about the bearer, his family, the location, etc. This 19 th or very early 20 th century shield is in excellent condition with only one small area of loss of the hide where it attaches to the wooden frame. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*4a24%60%3C%3E-14b71dd8db5-0x102-
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Genuine Native African Shield Animal Hide Hand Painted Vintage Real Warrior
I found this beautiful hand-painted real animal hide native Shield in my grandparents attic and thought it was something special and stunning so I had to list it. Please let me describe to you what I see about this beautiful Shield. I show the measurements of the Shield in the photographs so please scan the photographs carefully. If you like what you see in the photographs about this beautiful Shield. You will love this piece of art work. It is stunning. It is made with real animal skin and is all handmade. Please look at that awesome feather on the bottom. It is also hand-painted and beautiful. There are no scratches or gouges or rips. If you are decorating in African art, this piece will be stunning. The colors are natural. The look is real native. This piece belongs in the best African decorated house. It has everything going for it. Don't ... moreworry, it's clean. It was wrapped in a piece of linen when I found it. It also has a tiny wire that you can hook it to the wall with ease. You won't be disappointed. I normally do not say that about my items but when I have something this pretty, I mean what I say. I will pack it with extreme care and ship it very fast upon payment. Thank you for looking. John The most important way to analyze what you will receive is to carefully look at all the pictures and read my description carefully. The pictures and my description are very accurate. Exactly as pictured and described. Please feel free to ask questions regarding this item. Or maybe if you want to comment, I will always have time to answer any questions or comments. Please be patient though. I am always busy. But I will always make time for you. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. `4`.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d71f%2B%3E%604%60-14b80cb987a-0x11a-
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