Phantom Shield, Banz area, Western Highlands, C.1960-80's
Wood, Pigment, Enamel, feathers
60 x 19.5 inches
152.4 x 49.5 cm
NG 60
This is a great shierld that still has the traditional markings on it, several Native repairs and a dynamic gestural figure. The Phantom Shields began when comics provided the first opportunity to learn to read in the Highlands. The Phantom was eternal and invincible making him an ideal image for a shield.
Mendi Valley, Early 20th Century
Bailer Shell w/ engraved figure
10 x 8.5 x 2.5 inches
25.4 x 21.6 x 6.4 cm
NG 95
It is very rare to find one of these pieces with a human form on it.