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Description: | This large shield is unusually shaped. At the top there are two curves on either side of the centre. The straight sides taper out towards the base. There are curves downwards either side of the centre. The edge has been reinforced with black leather. On the back there is a leather handle towards the top of the shield. The front has been ornately decorated. The shield itself has been cut into a series of complex line patterns. Above this cloth triangles and leather shapes are attached by circular metal studs in the corners. Metal shapes are attached on top of these. The shield is pale cream colur. | Subjects: | Ethnography | Source: | Lincolnshire County Council | Identifier: | http://www.lincstothepast.com/Records/Re... | Go to resource |
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