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  05-mendishieldred.jpg - MAGNIFICENT STONE-CARVED NEW GUINEA MENDI SHIELD - Origin: New Guinea, Southern Highlands (Provenance: Acquired by a client from Michael Hamson a few years ago) Period/Date: 1930's Materials: hardwood, natural pigments, fiber Description: Mendi shields of this age and quality are now very hard to find. This one has encrusted layers of bold red and white pigments with classic geometric motif and raised medial ridge. The stone adze marks on the back are both rhythmic and beautiful. There are irregular cut holes in the top and the shield is thin and elegant. It has acquired a chocolate brown patina and is in excellent condition. Dimensions: Height 48.75" (124 cm), Width 16.75" (42.5 cm) Price: $6400 net Currency Conversion FREE SHIPPING When Using "Buy Now" Feature Price: 6400 $  
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MAGNIFICENT STONE-CARVED NEW GUINEA MENDI SHIELD

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Origin: New Guinea, Southern Highlands (Provenance: Acquired by a client from Michael Hamson a few years ago) Period/Date: 1930's Materials: hardwood, natural pigments, fiber Description: Mendi shields of this age and quality are now very hard to find. This one has encrusted layers of bold red and white pigments with classic geometric motif and raised medial ridge. The stone adze marks on the back are both rhythmic and beautiful. There are irregular cut holes in the top and the shield is thin and elegant. It has acquired a chocolate brown patina and is in excellent condition. Dimensions: Height 48.75" (124 cm), Width 16.75" (42.5 cm) Price: $6400 net Currency Conversion FREE SHIPPING When Using "Buy Now" Feature

Price: 6400 $
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