Western Antique Auction September 11th 2021
Sat, Sep 11, 2021 11:00AM EDT
Lot 139
South African Zulu Tribal Cowhide Shield c. 20th C
Estimate: $350 - $700
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| $2,000 | $250 |
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| $100,000 | $5,000 |
Featured in this lot is this South African Zulu tribal cowhide shield, circa 20th century. This is a traditional ceremonial shield used for weddings and funerals. The shield shows a cowhide construction with strips of cowhide slotted into the center of the shield, a double sided tear drop design, and a mallet and stabbing spear. This weapon is also known as the iklwa or ixwa, after the sound that was heard as it was withdrawn from the victim's wound. It also features a herding spear with frilling sheep wool head. Zulu shields were originally used in battle. However, in our modern times they are mainly used for traditional Zulu ceremonies, such as weddings and funerals. Zulu shields were mainly used for protection. The Zulu war-shield could be tall enough to cover the owner’s body. It is in an oval shape and can withstand any spear from penetrating it. The condition of this traditional shield is good, with no obvious signs of damage. The measurements of this traditional ceremonial shield set up are 57" x 26" x 3".
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