Lot: 395

Bouclier "ingabo"

Rwanda, Tutsi

Provenance Taille Adjugé
Alexander Kubetz (1946-2023), Munich, Germany H: 38 cm Vendu

wood, pigments, water spots

According to Plaschke / Zirngibl, these shields were used for training purposes during the military education of Tutsi warriors.

Field photos and films from the Kivu area prove that they were also used in Tutsi dance performances where they were part of the costumed elite dancers "ntore".