The ‘functional’ art of the Omo valley herdsmen
Object type:
defensive and protective weapon > shield
Materials:
wood, leather, hair / fur
Legend:
A small ritual shield that the women carry during special events and major rituals.
Place of collecting:
Sudan > South Sudan > East Equatoria
Culture:
Nyangatom
Field collector:
Gustaaf Verswijver
Acquisition related person:
Gustaaf Verswijver as mission
Date of acquisition:
2000-05-12
Dimensions:
59 cm x 29 cm x 10 cm
Inventory number:
EO.2000.7.3