Plains Indian Medicine Man Warrior Shield Dreamcatcher 2406-NC
This Plains Indian Ceremonial Warrior Shield is an incredible, hand made artifact. The center of this one is entirely covered in genuine soft Buckskin leather. Two 13-1/2" long arrows adorn the center of the shield in the center. The arrows feature genuine feathers and stone tips that attached with artificial sinew. Large genuine black feathers and genuine Buckskin fringe dangle from the three genuine Elk Antler buttons. A genuine Buckskin Medicine Bag and trade beads adorn the bottom of this one. The diameter of this shield is 12-1/4". It was made just down the street from our trading post by some good friends of Richard's. Some of the artists can be seen in the photos. Don't let this opportunity pass you by!The divine protection of a Warrior's Shield..... The leather shields frequently bore sacred feathers, every step in the carefully defined process of crafting the shield imbued the weapon with additional significance. As a means of deflecting arrows, lances and axes, shields had served for generations as effective defensive armor in Native American warfare. From ancient times through the present day, Indian peoples of the Southwest and great Plains have prized shields for their mystic strength. Native Americans continue to believe in the spiritual potency of the shields and still use them today during dance and medicine ceremonies. |