Dean Oliver
Year: 2023
Ironwood / Athenge (Casuarina equisetifolia)
Shields were made by men and used in ceremonies, dances and occasionally in defensive combat. The narrow shields, like this one, were usually used in hand-to-hand combat. This Shield was carved by Dean Oliver and is an individually hand crafted piece made from an Ironwood / Athenge tree, with colours that pop through the wood grain.