Description
Archer's shield adorned with geometric decoration forming an "X" and recalling the butterfly's wings while suggesting the highly stylized human form. Recent carrying strap. Hardwood with red, white and orange polychromy. Collection number on reverse in white paint: B.536 Numbers on scotch tape EP196. Dimensions: 80.5 x 33 cm. Papua New Guinea. Highlands, Mendi. Ex Todd Barlin, Sydney (N° B-536). Ex Elizabeth Pryce collection, Sydney Daniel Vigne Collection, Uzès
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Archer's shield adorned with geometric decoration forming an "X" and recalling the butterfly's wings while suggesting the highly stylized human form. Recent carrying strap. Hardwood with red, white and orange polychromy. Collection number on reverse in white paint: B.536 Numbers on scotch tape EP196. Dimensions: 80.5 x 33 cm. Papua New Guinea. Highlands, Mendi. Ex Todd Barlin, Sydney (N° B-536). Ex Elizabeth Pryce collection, Sydney Daniel Vigne Collection, Uzès