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Object #     2006-159/76
Object name     Basketry Shield
Culture of Origin     Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands
Materials     Wicker, Rattan, Bamboo, Cloth, Stain
Techniques     Coiled, Stained
Dimensions     L: 29 in, W: 9 in, D: .5 in
Exhibit Label    

Armed combat typically took the form of raids rather than formal war in the Solomon Islands. The wicker shield is tightly woven and provided effective protection from thrown spears.
Source     Mr. Jeff Homchick; Mr. Michael Homchick
Credit     Gift of Jeff Homchick & Michael Homchick


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