Robin Hood, Barons of the North Shield

original movie prop

This shield was used by a member of British rebellion army in the 2010 Ridley Scott and Russell Crowe movie Robin Hood. It was used in the scenes where the local Barons of the North join forces to defend their shores against the invading King Phillip. It is painted a deep green with a white cross on the front with flourished ends. The shield has been covered in a lacquer for protection making it look glossy. It is kite shaped made from wood with a flat top that has been covered in canvas. The front is padded slightly for the actor's protection during action scenes. It has a leather arm strap and carry strap on the back which is held in place by rivets that can be seen from the front as small round dents. The reinforced section of the metal at the taped bottom tip is in the shape of a diamond. The entire shield has suffered battle damage while on the set; such as, discoloration and flaking but this adds a definite sense of action to the piece. The shield measures 47 by 24 inches.