Lot: 360
96th AuctionShield
Kenya, Masai
| Provenance | Size | Starting price / estimated price |
|---|---|---|
| German Colonial Collection (before 1914) |
H: 31.5 inch; B: 21.7 inch |
600 EUR
plus 27 % commission, VAT, transport and insurance |
cow or buffalo hide, wood, paint,
Young warriors ("moran") were only allowed to wear black motifs on their shields. Only a man who had proven his bravery was allowed to use the colour red.
