A SIMPLE LONG WOODEN SHIELD WITH PIGMENT DECORATION, DINKA TRIBE OF EAST AFRICA ( No 4234 ) Adornment The well developed painted patina

The well developed painted patina that has deepened with age

semi abstracted form with a used and oxiidised patina

The patina is oxidised with age

This is a wooden partying shield from the Dinka people of East Africa

A SIMPLE LONG WOODEN SHIELD WITH PIGMENT DECORATION, DINKA TRIBE OF EAST AFRICA ( No 4234 ) Adornment The well developed painted patinaThis is a nicely decorated parrying shield from the Dinka people of East Africa. Features geometric painted patina with metal repair on one side. An unusual example. Made from an solid African hardwood.. In good condition, with wear We guarantee that this item has been tribally used. Width approx 70cm