Name/Title
ShieldEntry/Object ID
2000.475Description
Heavy metal shield (steel? iron?), convex, in an oval shape that tapers to a point at the bottom. Perimeter of shield is a rope design with beading just inside. In center front of shield is a large fighting scene, depicting men with swords on horses. Above scene is the face of a woman crying; below scene is the face of a bearded man laughing. The scene is surrounded by vignette images of various pieces of armor. Back of shield has metal loop at top for hanging.Dimensions
Height
24-5/8 inWidth
17-7/8 inDepth
2-3/8 in