Arussi hippopotamus leather shield, Ethiopia
Arussi shield, Ethiopia
An Ethiopian shield crafted from hippopotamus leather by the Arussi people, serving both functional and decorative purposes. This artifact reflects the cultural identity and warfare traditions of the Arussi.
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Collection Jean-Claude Bellier
November 22, 2021
Estimate: $2,000 – $3,000
Lot 119
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