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Large African Zulu Ceremonial Warrior Shield with Gear Armor 55" inches (approx) Made by Zulu tribesmen in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
African Zulu Tribe Shield Information:
Traditional Zulu shields date back to King Shaka Zulu and have been used by Zulu tribesman in battle for hundred of years. As the modern world has evolved so to has the Zulu tribesman and with this the Zulu shield is no longer used in battle and is now used for traditional Zulu ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. Zulu shield
Although the modern western world is taking over the African plains the proud Zulu traditions are still strongly practiced at traditional ceremonies. The Zulu people are a strong proud nation from KwaZulu Natal in South Africa and comprise of a population of around 9 million and are the largest ethnic group in Southern Africa. Zulu shield
Zulu shields have played a vital role in the traditional Zulu's battles and have always been handcrafted from cowhide or more commonly known in Zulu terms as Nguni cattle. Nguni cattle are native to Southern Africa and play an important role in the daily living of the Zulu people.
Dimensions: 55.00 x 25.00 inches (approx) 1.00" inch = .40 cm*
Work Title: Zulu Shield & Gear
* (estimate/approximately)