Cameroon Cowry shield buffalo_wallpiece designed to hold an ostrich

designed to hold an ostrich eggshell complete with tealight candle

You won’t want to give it away

this stylish piece with its modern wire framework and classy use of blue and green beads

Dimensions 32cm tall by 14cm wide

The heads of Africa’s most feared wildlife

Cameroon Cowry shield buffalo_wallpiece designed to hold an ostrichThe Tikar shield has been traditionally used as a defensive weapon, displayed as a decorative or ritual symbol of status and wealth by the Tikar tribe in Cameroon. Hand carved from one solid piece of wood, African shields are synonymous with the sense of the open veld, wildlife and the ancient history of Africa. This cowry shell shield is distinctly patterned with shells and metal on wood. A perfect wall decoration on its own or paired with others.