A large parade shield beautifully decorated with engraved geometric motifs in high relief, the top of which features a head symbolizing the importance of headhunting in Asmat country. The rear handle features a snake. Asmat, Papua New Guinea Wood, red-white and black pigments, vegetable fibers, slight accidents, age cracks, beautiful patina from use. Height: 173.5cm Provenance: Alice and Henri Dupont Collection, Lille, acquired c. 1970 Passed on by descent