Shield
(c. 1900)
Medium
wood
Measurements
70.0 × 11.8 × 4.9 cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Felton Bequest, 2011
Public domain
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Place/s of Execution
Gawler Ranges, South Australia
Accession Number
2011.178
Department
First Nations Australia
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of The Vizard Foundation
Physical description
With a fine engraved zig-zag pattern, the reverse with bands of diagonal patterns, carved raised handle, dark patina.
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