Bidspirit auction | Rare Late 19th-early 20th c

Rare Late 19th-early 20th c Dayak Kilau (or kelebit) Sheild - Of characteristic form, carved from a single large section of wood with raised central ridge and integral grip to the reverse and elaborately embellished with numerous hair tassels. Both the obverse and reverse surfaces painted overall with organic pigments, depicting dragons and demons with complex interlaced tentacles. Late 19th-early 20th century. Wear and fading. A rare Dayak kliau (or kelebit) is a traditional wooden war shield from the indigenous Dayak peoples—specifically the Kayan and Kenyah groups—of Borneo. These historic artifacts feature striking, carved, or painted protective guardian faces (Aso dragon/dog motifs) designed to frighten enemies and absorb spiritual harm during combat. Authentic piece showing deep rich patina, smoke darkening from long-term storage near hearth fires, or battle wear is highly prized. Size: 50 3/4” x 18”; handle is 16”. For additional images please visit sofedesignauctions.com Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com ***All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and SOFE AUCTIONS do not give refunds. SOFE AUCTIONS ARE PLEASED TO OFFER IN-HOUSE PACKAGING AND SHIPPING SERVICES. PACKAGING SERVICE ONLY: start at $25 and up depending on your item/s. Available IN-HOUSE shipping is within the USA of small, medium, semi-large, NON-FRAGILE items. PLEASE SELECT IN-HOUSE SHIPPING FOR FAST, PROFESSIONAL PACKING AND SHIPPING.SOFE WON'T ship items in glass frames, large fragile items or large sculptures. After paying for your item/s please call SOFE at 469-268-1177, or email us at info@sofedesignauctions.com to request a shipping quote. All item/s will be shipped via UPS or FedEx, FULLY insured, unless insurance declined in writing by the buyer. SOFE AUCTIONS do not use USPS. We do have a list of suggested third-party shippers. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.