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A PUEBLO PAINTED BUFFALO HIDE SHIELD
of slightly convex circular form, painted in red, yellow, and black, with a horizontal band across the midsection, surmounted by concentric semi-circular devices, each with short spokes, flanked by a pair of curving horns painted in reserve, with a pair of undulating water serpents at top, bold serrated and stepped motifs below, thick hide carrying straps attached on back, one inscribed, KIE - ZEE
Diameter: 21 in. (53.4 cm.)

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