Asmat Shield Navajo where the criss-crossing bamboo lattices

where the criss-crossing bamboo lattices provide structure and strength

A stunning strand of rare

and with a hardness of 6

The presence of bone indicates the high status of the wearer

Measurements: length including ear hook 2

Asmat Shield Navajo where the criss-crossing bamboo latticesAsmat shield. Wood carved and decorated with lime, ochre, charcoal and sago fibre. Central Asmat region, Irian Jaya (Indonesian Papua) In excellent condition with pigmentation intact. Note that rear handle is missing as per picture. Measurements: Length 166 cm x width 42 cm From the Yartzhaus Collection of tribal art, formed over 30 years by John Le Veille and Le Arne Batkin. Part of a Lawson Menzies Auction July 19th 2008 Available for pickup