Shield

CG2001-3-3

From: Philippine Islands | Mindanao (uncertain)

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number CG2001-3-3
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Bagobo (uncertain)
Provenience Philippine Islands | Mindanao (uncertain)
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood | Hair | Peel | Pigment
Description

Bagobo shield type. On front, bands of red pigment following edges of shield and around boss in center. Lines of tiny stars beside red stripes, and centipede-like sets of chevrons. On back, pattern of broad stripes in center panel. Tufts of hair along bottom and at ends of crosspieces. Much hair missing. Canvas tag similar to tag on shield P5073, with similar handwriting.

Length 93 cm
Width 38 cm

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