Somali (Danakil, Issa). Shield, early 20th century. Rhinoceros hide?, diameter: 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm). Gift of Lucy Addoms, 30.1266. Creative Commons-BY.

Shield

early 20th century

Somali (Danakil, Issa)

Arts of Africa

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Maker/Artist: Somali (Danakil, Issa)
Classification: Arms and Armor
Formatted Medium: Rhinoceros hide?
Medium: rhinoceros, hide
Locations: Possible place made: Africa, Possible place made: Ethiopia
Dimensions: diameter: 11 5/8 in. (29.5 cm)
Departments: Arts of Africa
Accession Number: 30.1266
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Shield

Somali (Danakil, Issa)

Arts of Africa

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