"A Large Indo-persian Shield Called Dhal - North India Or Himalayan Regions, 19th Century"
A large Indo-Persian shield called dhal - Northern India or Himalayan regions, 19th century Shield made of thick animal skin lacquered in black. Four ornamental elements in copper alloy also used to attach the gripping fasteners to the back of the shield. Some lacquer chips. Two of the copper alloy elements have some play. Diameter approximately 53cm Weight 1800gr