Unknown
Shield
(early 20th century-mid 20th century)

Medium
earth pigments on beanwood (Erythina vespertilio), falcon feathers, natural binder

Measurements
75.6 × 24.7 × 8.0 cm

Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Felton Bequest, 2011
Public domain

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Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Place/s of Execution
central Australia

Accession Number
2011.170

Department
First Nations Australia

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Physical description
Decorated with a design three sets of concentric circles in red ochre and pipeclay with tufts of vegetable matter and feather down, the reverse painted in red ochre with deep cut lug handle.

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Unknown
Shield
(early 20th century-mid 20th century)