Tutsi Ceremonial Shield
Tribe Dynasty
Tutsi
Country Of Origin
Rwanda or Burundi
Region
Great Lakes of Central Africa
Size
14 x 49 cms (5½ x 19¼ ins)
Materials
Wood
Technique
Carved and painted
Condition
Minor rubbing to the pigment
Small shields such as this one were used by Tutsi males. They were carried for dances and ceremonies, the small size makes it useless as a defensive shield in battle.
The design is well balanced and shows the strong, dynamic and yet well conceived qualities of Tutsi design.
Price
Price on request
Reference No
985