Shield
Shields, which were intended for both combat and ceremonial dances, were made from animal skins or tree bark. In this way, they were solid enough to ward off arrows or Dao blows. Shields woven from bamboo were only worn by young boys at dances.
Shields, which were intended for both combat and ceremonial dances, were made from animal skins or tree bark. In this way, they were solid enough to ward off arrows or Dao blows. Shields woven from bamboo were only worn by young boys at dances.
Collector:
Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf (1909 Wien - 1995 London) DNB
Object Name
Rindenschild
Culture
Naga / Chang / Indien
Material/technology:
buffalo leather, goat hair, grass
Copyright
Weltmuseum Wien
Collection area
South Asia, Southeast Asia, Himalayas
Invs.
126534
