Antique African Shield

African leather shield on stand.

A finely woven Banda war shield from Zaire. The black and yellow rattan and wicker is tightly woven to make a visually striking pattern, and is in fine condition. The original handle...

Exceptional Tribal Shield from the Ngombe/Doko tribe- DR CONGO Museum Quality Very rare piece in perfect condition. Exceptional piece and museum quality (see photos please) Period: 1...

Authentic African hippo hide shield. Seems to have been used in battle and has old native repairs.

Collection of African circular hide shield dhals with raised central boss and leather handle.

Offered by Erik Farrow Antique Tribal Maasai Shield with Vibrant Natural Pigment Paint, Africa A striking Maasai shield of a high ranking warrior.

African Shield Dinka from South Sudan, early 20th century.

African rhinoceros hide shield from the Wandala of Cameroon.

Offered by Erik Farrow Antique African war shield from Ethiopia Antique war shield from the Arrusi people of Ethiopia.

An attractive old African woven cane shield from the Congo, probably Poto tribe.

African tribal Somalian Gashan shield Fine old Hippo hide shield with hammered etched geometric design on front width 35 cm A Historic collectable and great Interior design ele...

African tribal Somalian Gashan shield Fine old hide shield with hammered etched geometric design on front and back width 35 cm A Historic collectable and great Interior design e...

Initially designed as utilitarian objects, African shields became so elaborate and ingeniously made that they came to be seen as works of art in their own right.

This rare object was created by the Shilluk people of Sudan. It features an iron javelin head and partial wooden shaft fixed to the back of an aged tortoise shell. The tortoise shell...

A magnificent quagga hide shield. This spectacular shield is one of the rarest known African shields in existence.

An early 20th century wicker Congo shield. This beautifully decorative Congo shield is a splendid example of a Classic woven type. Cleverly constructed to allow both substantial d...

Two African shields on metal base.Used by African warroirs.

Rare mix of mask and a basketry. The object is an example of superb African art. The protection was turned to an opportunity of expression.

a large and formidable african shield from the kirdi tribe.

Shield History: In traditional Africa, shields were used not only as defensive weapons, but also as decorative or ritual objects.

Unique Wooden Shield with wood decoration, on custom iron stand

Excellent old Arussi (African) hide shield.

Excellent Arussi hide shield. Beautifully constructed with a great patina.

A LARGE AND UNUSUAL AFRICAN HIPPOPOTAMUS-SKIN CIRCULAR SHIELD. The well-patinated convex circular shield with ribbed middle tapering to a flared edge; restorations and replacements t...

Early 20th century African warrior shield.

African Tribal fine Kirdi metal shield Kirdi, North Cameroon The metal shield with flat bottom and curved oval top with geometric star pattern in repousse the back with double hand ...

The well-patinated convex circular shield with ribbed middle tapering to a flared edge.

An authentic Ethiopian shield made from think leather, perhaps African animal hide, stretched and hammered over a wood form then dried out for its shape.

C. 1920 (or older) hippo shield from the Sidamo people in Ethiopia. This is a fascinating piece, and very rare. It's an actual shield that was used for hunting and protection. It was...

These two hartebeest skulls came from France of the first half of the 20th century where they were imported or brought back form the French-African colonies. Both are mounted on a oa...

mounted on an oak shield inscribed “Africa”

Europe rides a steed and is attended by his equerry; Africa stands holding spear and shield while another figure gathers coral and a volcano erupts in the background; Asia smokes a p...

This distinctive type of African shield represents a tradition found among the Oromo and other peoples of southern Ethiopia.

This distinctive type of African shield represents a tradition found among the Oromo and other peoples of southern Ethiopia.

Traditional South African Zulu shields date back to King Shaka Zulu and have been used by tribesman in battle for hundred of years.

Exceptional Gbilija Shield from the Zande tribe- DR CONGO Museum Quality Very rare piece in perfect condition. Exceptional piece and museum quality (see photos please) Period: 19th C...

Available @ Art Gallery Decoster Belgium A most rare and exclusive 19th century antique African Ngiri shield from Central Africa Congo Tribe: Ngiri / Lobala / Mabo / Ngbaka / Ngombe...

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

MAGNIFICENT! BENIN OBA 19TH CENTURY BRONZE WARRIOR SCULPTURE! SUPERB EXAMPLE OF OBA METALWORK! DIMENSIONS: APPROXIMATELY 13" TALL CIRCA 1860-1900 Offered is a rare 19th cen...

Blacked wood helmet mask (Gelede), large human head surmounted by a dog eating a snake which curves around the head. No perforation for attachment to costume from Yoruba, Nigeria. Pu...

The African Kuba Bwoom tribal mask is the oldest known mask, the Kuba bwoom mask. The materials used for the realization of the Mask are: Wood, colors and vibrates plants, caures, be...

Persian and iron shield. Engraved with Moresque designs . Woven interior. Early 20th century.

From the Akan or Ashanti peoples, Ghana, shrine figure, a standing female figure with black hair and details, remains of white pigment, with arms out holding a bottle, includes custo...

Premier quality shoulder mount taxidermy Burchell's zebra, a southern subspecies of the plains zebra, from South Africa. This exquisite piece of art measures 37” x 16” x 30”, making ...

A pair of wonderfully sculptural early 20th century handwoven wicker shields from the Tamberma people of Togo, mounted on custom steel stands.

This is an old African coin. Before paper money and money were in circulation, bartering was taking place in Africa. Various goods such as textiles, feathers, beads, and shells wer...

Leather Shield, South Sudan A small leather shield typical of the region known as an upwal, concave hide is attached to a reed spine with plaiting to form a strong grip. Mounted on ...

Intriguing cast bronze relief plaque from Benin, showing three guardians. The plaque was modeled after ancient Benin bronzes but was made in the 20th century. The plaque is cast in b...

Powerful Scarified Makonde portrait helmet mask from Tanzania. Early 20th century with heavy dark patina from traditional tribal use, wear inside from being used. Finely carved featu...