This Normandy Shield is sure to become a focal point of any collection. Measuring an impressive 46 inches tall and 22 inches wide, this massive wooden shield is a historically accurate reproduction of Norman shields that could be seen carried throughout the crusades. This was a time when a shield was considered just as much a weapon as a sword or battleaxe, the size and stability of it could be used to both attack and defend. The face has been hand-painted, boasting the large red iconic symbol of Christendom. Leather gripping straps have been placed on the back for re-enactment.