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Antique Tribal wooden Dance Shield, from the Tutsi tribe, Rwanda
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A early 20th century wooden dancing shield of the Tutsi, Rwanda, painted with earth pigments
The shield is in good condition with traces of tribal use
Straight line height 30 cm, width 13 cm
- Creator:Tutsi People (Sculptor)
- Dimensions:Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. normal age traces.
- Seller Location:Bilzen, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10361244514812
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