Lot # 28 - African Maasai Warrior Shield and Spear

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 02-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 09-Dec-2025 7:27:00 PM
Current bid:

$32.00

Highest bidder:

Bidbot

Auction has ended

Description :

Tribal Decor / Vintage Weaponry

A traditional African shield crafted from stretched animal hide over a bent wooden frame, featuring a central carved rhinoceros motif surrounded by symmetrical geometric and tribal designs. The surface is painted and shaved to reveal layered textures, with the hide stitched along the perimeter using leather strips. A wooden spear or handle is affixed to the back, suggesting ceremonial or display use.

 Dimensions (approximate)

  • Length: 25.5 inches

  • Width: 28 inches

  • Depth: Varies with curvature; approx. 3–4 inches

 Details

  • Material: Cowhide or buffalo hide stretched over wood

  • Surface: Painted and shaved with geometric and animal motifs

  • Design Features:

    • Central rhinoceros carving in raised relief

    • Symmetrical tribal patterns flanking the central motif

    • Perimeter stitching with leather cord

    • Attached wooden spear or handle on reverse

This item is an African Maasai warrior shield, typically made for decorative purposes. Handcrafted, traditionally from cowhide or buffalo hide stretched over a bent wooden frame. The surface is painted or shaved with traditional geometric patterns and an animal motif, in this case, a rhinoceros. Shields were historically essential for Maasai warriors in hunting and warfare, with patterns often indicating the owner's lineage or status
Dimensions : 25.5 in W x 28 in H

Auction History

Highest bidder is Bidbot

Date Bid User
09-Dec-2025 7:22:56 PM $32.00 Bidbot
09-Dec-2025 7:22:56 PM $31.00 Peanut16
09-Dec-2025 7:12:26 PM $26.00 Bidbot
09-Dec-2025 7:12:14 PM $22.00 SZ
09-Dec-2025 7:12:14 PM $21.00 Bidbot
05-Dec-2025 5:50:21 AM $16.00 SZ
05-Dec-2025 5:50:21 AM $15.00 Twinifer2012
05-Dec-2025 5:50:13 AM $11.00 SZ
05-Dec-2025 5:50:13 AM $10.00 Twinifer2012
03-Dec-2025 10:28:44 AM $6.00 SZ
02-Dec-2025 3:23:48 PM $5.00 OldManPopz

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