N° d'objet
1203.1.6
Description
Abyssinian shield, in decorated leather with silver mounts. The circular shield forms a convex shape with a silver finial at the end. There are a series of silver metal plates alternating with plain rectangular and shaped forms ending in a floral design. They are indispersed with smaller decorative elements. On the bottom rectangular plate is inscribed; "Taken at Magdala April 13th 1868. Presented to Lord Napier of Magdala by her Majesty's Government."
Période de création
Abyssinia, 1867-1868
Dimensions