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Toposa Shield, Southern Sudan

$2,100
£1,577.58
€1,819.20
CA$2,914.02
A$3,238.12
CHF 1,696.81
MX$39,709.81
NOK 21,641.84
SEK 20,359.84
DKK 13,577.77
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About the Item

An early 20th century animal hide, wood and leather tops shield from Southern Sudan.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU81286118533

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