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Ceremonial Shield
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Ceremonial Shield

Artist/Maker Kuba people Democratic Republic of the Congo
Artist/Maker Ngombe people Democratic Republic of the Congo
Dateearly 20th century
CultureKuba
Mediumplant fiber, wood and cow hide
DimensionsOverall: 54 1/2 x 10 1/8 x 2 5/8 in. (138.4 x 25.7 x 6.7 cm)
ClassificationsWeapons and Armor
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. John Chalif
Terms
    Object number90.0065
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
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    not dated
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