INDIAN REPOUSS� BRASS DHAL SHIELD WITH MYTHOLOGICAL COMBAT SCENE

AD 1800�1900 An Indian ceremonial brass dhal shield of circular form, richly decorated with repouss� and engraved figural and vegetal motifs. The central medallion depicts a dynamic mythological combat scene, possibly inspired by episodes from the Ramayana or Mahabharata, featuring two elaborately dressed figures confronting one another with curved weapons and shields, accompanied by fantastic creatures and animals. The figures are represented in animated poses against a stylised landscape of undulating hills. The surrounding decorative register contains a continuous arrangement of mythical beings, animals and floral motifs, including radiating blossoms and scrolling foliage. The composition is enclosed by concentric borders and an outer rim decorated with diagonal incisions. The brass surface displays a warm golden-brown patina with darker deposits accentuating the relief decoration Size: 35.87mm Provenance: Private London collection; US art market, before 2000.

Estimate:£400

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