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Antique Zulu Antelope Hide Shield (Isihlangu) – Rare Specimen
- Origin: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Material: Extra-thick Antelope Hide, Indigenous Hardwood
- Dimensions: Approx 70 cm (Height)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The hide is remarkably thick, stable, and retains its original tension.
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Antique Zulu Shield (Isihlangu)
- Origin: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Date: Late 19th to early 20th Century
- Dimensions: 95.3 cm
- Market: Canadian Market
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Authentic Zulu War Shield (Isihlangu)
- Region: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Type: Isihlangu (War Shield)
- Hide Pattern: Dark brown with white mottling/speckling
- Construction: Hand-cut Nguni hide, wooden central spine (Mgobo), and leather woven tabs (Amagabela)
- Provenance: Documented UK Market
- Condition: Superior vintage condition; hide is rigid and well-preserved with clear, contrasting hair colors.
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Zulu Umbumbuluzo War Shield: Anglo-Zulu War Period
- Origin: KwaZulu Natal
- Period: 19th Century – 1879 Era
- Provenance: UK Market, documented
- Materials: Constructed from heavy Nguni ox-hide with traditional horizontal cut-out bands and triangular rear stabilizers.
- Honest Patina: The hide shows significant natural hair loss—a highly prized hallmark of genuine age and campaign use. Unlike modern reproductions, this “honest wear” is a critical indicator of a 140+ year-old battlefield survivor.
- Original Staff: Accompanied by its original wooden mgobo (central staff),
- Condition Report: Excellent antique condition. The hide is firm and untouched, with natural cracking and surface marks consistent with original military service and long-term storage. No modern repairs or restorations.
