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19th Century Aboriginal Australian Stone-Cut Wunda Shield

$2,191.69

£1,600

€1,885.50

CA$3,011.50

A$3,370.43

CHF 1,759.11

MX$41,101.90

NOK 22,514.17

SEK 21,312.55

DKK 14,071.23

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About the Item

This 19th century finely incised, stone-cut Aboriginal Wunda shield from Australia (Western Desert) exhibits lineal decorations to the front and the rear. - Ex Private Collection, UK - Note: The shield comes without a stand, but it can be custom-mounted upon request

Dimensions:

Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)

Style:

Tribal (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Wood

Place of Origin:

Australia

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

19th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

London, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8736241174452

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