The artwork, titled "Shield" by an unknown artist, features a tall, narrow, dark brown shield with a pointed top and bottom. The shield has a long vertical seam down the center and is adorned with a darker brown design that resembles swirling patterns and a central circle with curved protrusions on either side. The background of the image is white, with the shield casting a shadow on the left side. The shield's shape is symmetrical, with the top and bottom tapering to points. The dark brown color of the shield has a slightly reddish tint. The central design element is symmetrical, with identical patterns on either side of the vertical seam. The overall shape and design of the shield suggest it may be of historical or cultural significance.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 18th–19th century
- Medium:
- Wood
- Culture:
- Indonesian, Sulawesi
- Dimensions:
- 446 × 624 px
- Museum record:
- View original
