shield

Catalog Number	129152
Literary Reference	, 13839
Cultural Affiliation	Bagobo

Continent	Asia
Country	Philippines
Region	Mindanao Island
Island	Philippine Islands
Province	Davao Prov.
Locale	Davao Gulf

Original Name	kalasag
Materials	wood, paint, rattan, animal hair; horse
Catalog Description	Name: Kalasag:- Long shield made of wood with designs cut in front and back, also animal designs painted. Edges fringed with horse hair. Strengthened with rattan. Held in left hand. Raised center over hand grip. Hemp leaf carrying band.