A PARRYING SHIELD, SOUTH EASTERN AUSTRALIA MID-LATE 19TH CENTURY |

Private Collection, France

Please note, there are multiple scratches and dents across the surface of the shield consistent with the object’s age and use. There is a minor crack to the upper centre approximately 10cm long. Subject to the above, the shield appears to be in very good condition overall with no visible evidence of repair or restoration. Please note this lot is mounted on and sold with a custom made stand.
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Cf. Keeler, C. and Couzens, V. (eds.), Meerreeng-An, Here is My Country, The Story of Aboriginal Victoria Told Through Art, Koori Heritage Trust, Melbourne, 2010, pp.166-169 for illustrations of twelve related Victorian parrying shields.