The term ‘Naga People’ refers to a conglomeration of tribes inhabiting Northeast India and Northwest Burma.
Naga shields are usually made of animal hide that is dried in some way. This Konyak shield is made of buffalo (mithun) hide and decorated in white paint, the shield is held by a rattan strap in the back center.
The shield is thick and stiff like wood, and was capable of stopping arrows as well as fending off blows from knife and spear. Like many Naga traditions, the making of a shield is a carefully scheduled and executed procedure, which begins with a week-long purification for the warrior and his family. After the natural materials are gathered, the design and fabrication process begins. Once completed, the shield must be examined by village shamans and elders before it can be declared unblemished and ready to protect the owner in battle.
It is painted with kaolin, a soft white clay and depicts a “taunting” face, although the imagery is certainly subject to interpretation.
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Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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Style:Tribal(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:HidePaintPaintedVegetable Dyed
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Place of Origin:Myanmar
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Period:Late 18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1800-1900’s
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:New York, NY
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Reference Number:Seller: LU5610238780052
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