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Kirdi Leather Shield on Custom Wall Mount

About the Item

A wonderfully sculptural Kirdi leather shield from Cameroon, with a beautiful geometric pattern that's been 'stamped' into the leather resulting a raised surface on the face of the shield. We've had a custom steel mount made so that the piece can hang on a wall.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear commensurate with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RIGHTPROPER10661stDibs: LU3738320670912

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