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Leather shield

Cultures of Easthern Africa20th century

Mudec - Museum of Cultures

Mudec - Museum of Cultures
Milan, Italy

Small forearm shield typical of the Aussa Sultanate, on the border between Ethiopia and Djibouti, decorated with geometric motifs obtained thorugh carving and impression techniques. The handle attachment points are visibile on the front.

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  • Title: Leather shield
  • Creator: Cultures of Easthern Africa
  • Date Created: 20th century
  • Location Created: Easthern Africa
  • Physical Dimensions: d 30,5 cm
  • Type: Shield
  • Rights: Museum of Cultures, Milan - DERI 00006
  • Medium: Impressed leather (giraffe?)
  • Collocazione: On view (room 3)
Mudec - Museum of Cultures

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