Place our one of kind?Beaded Cameroon Shield with Cowrie Shells on a book shelf, mantel, or stand. This uniqie item hand carved from one piece of wood by the Tikar tribe of Cameroon. The shields are adorned with a combination of glass beads, cowrie shells and manilla string.

Traditionally, these shields were used as defensive weapons and also as decorative or ritual objects which in Cameroon symbolizes status and wealth.

No matter what your design or color preference is, these artisanal pieces are without a doubt conversation points in any space - A?perfect piece to complete any room.

Dimensions: 12" W.? 18" H with Stand