Sale Ended

Artemis Gallery

19th C. Naga Headhunter's Shield w/ Wooden Monkey Skull

Sold Out
Login for Price

Product Description

Central Asia, northeastern India/northwestern Burma, Naga people, ca. last quarter of the 19th century CE. A fascinating shield made to be used with a spear and sword. It features a woven rattan backing with a frame of light, reed-like wood, and is lashed together with natural fibers. The rattan backing is exposed when looked at from behind. The front of the shield is covered with leather, then decorated with three carved wooden monkey skulls and several clusters of red and black goat hair.

Rich patina on all surfaces. The wooden skulls and hair are in nice condition. The leather features deposits on the lower part of its body.

Product Details
  • Materials
    Wood, Bone
  • Measurements
    16.7"L x 2"W x 30.75"H
  • OriginIndia

— Includes Certificate Of Authenticity

Shipping Information
  • Shipping Availability
    United States
  • Shipping Policy
    Standard Ground Shipping
  • Ship In
    2-3 weeks ⓘ
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
The sale has ended for this item, but check out our other amazing sales.
NEW SALES
You're qualified for .
Would you like to add the current item to your cart? When you’re ready to buy, just select Affirm at checkout.
Continue Shopping
Please wait while we set up Affirm.