Lot 145:
A RARE SUMATRAN PEURISE AWE SHIELD
Description
Among the rarest of Indonesian shields, and unusually fine for the type. Made in Aceh, capitol of the Aceh Sultanate, finely composed of cane woven through with rattan. Embellished with seven pierced and profiled brass stars, known locally as the Seal of Suleiman. Retains one original grip. Mid-19th century or earlier. One grip lacking. Detailed in the research of Toean Stammeshaus, Leven En Werken in Koloniaal Atjeh in the early 20th century. Diameter 30.3cm./ 12 inches. Condition II
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