Democratic Republic Of Congo : "rare Mongo Shield"

Democratic Republic of Congo : “Rare Mongo shield”, basketry on wooden frame with wooden handle, 137 X 27 X 7 cm. Circa 1920. Characteristic of the Mongo region of the West, this spectacular and curious shield, despite numerous gaps and accidents, is museum by its age and the finesse of its braiding drawing complex patterns which are a signature for each of us. them. Although I am absolutely not belligerent, I like ethnic edged weapons and more particularly the shields of which I have had very different copies depending on the regions from which they come. See also our Somali (Ethiopia) shield in bleached leather. The superb book "Shields of Africa, Southeast Asia and Oceania" from the Barbier-Mueller Museum, edited by Adam Biro, is worth consulting. Do not hesitate to ask us for photos or additional information by email or telephone. Other photos and many other objects in our shops in Pau and Biarritz and on our website: galerielhoste.com.