MUGHAL STEEL SHIELD (DHAL)

Ca. 18th - 19th century AD A convex dhal shield with four raised brass bosses, the surface densely hammered and chiselled with hunting scenes, animals and floral motifs. The reverse is painted with floral decoration against a red ground and fitted with four ring bolts, originally securing two leather handgrips. Size: 450mm x 80mm; Weight: 1.64kg Provenance: Previous property of a UK based Islamic art professional.

Estimate:£300

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