shield

Catalog Number	129154
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
Catalog Description	Name: Kalasag:- Shield similar to 129152. Carved and painted. No hair attached. Cord carrying band. (see note on back of card 129150). Certain charmed roots and plants are often attached to the shields, in the belief that they will ward off danger.