LOT 365:
A HAND-PAINTD DHAL SHIELD, RAJPUT INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
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A HAND-PAINTD DHAL SHIELD, RAJPUT INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
A Rajput dhal shield of a circular form made of buffalo leather, with four domes cast of bronze, painted with a court scene that depicts four horseback riders accompanied by two servants, and four dignitary figures around a central face. On the back, quilted trim under leather and iron fasteners for the handle. India, 19th century.
Dimensions: D: 16 1/2 in., (42 cm.)
Condition: Very good overall, minor paint chips.