shield

human history

Mendi shield made of wood with two projections at the top, drawn and written with ochre pigments is an interpretation of the "Phantom" in brown, red, yellow and white. Cane x-stitch in centre used to form handle at back, also has two holes left side proper with split cane attached (one end damaged).

Nama tāpiringa: 2005.95.12 Whakahounga o Mua: 12 May 2026
Ingoa Kē

Mendi phantom shield

Accession Number

2005.95.12

Rā Tāpiringa

28 Sep 2005

Tohu Tuakiri Kē

56373 (ethnology)

8091 (Asset Register)

Wāhanga

Pacific

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