The shield, created by the artist, is a wooden object with a predominantly brown color and black accents. The shield has a distinctive shape, featuring a wide top with a U-shaped cutout and three prongs at the bottom. The shield's surface is adorned with a pattern of alternating black and brown stripes along its edges. A large black X shape is prominently displayed in the center, surrounded by a thin decorative border. The shield appears to be made of wood and exhibits signs of wear and tear. The background of the image is white, providing a clean contrast to the shield's earthy tones.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 18th–19th century
- Medium:
- Wood, rattan, polychromy
- Culture:
- Philippine, Igorot
- Dimensions:
- 446 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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