Shield (Dhàl), early 19th century, North Indian, Hide, gilt bronze, enamel, lacquer, jewels, textile (velvet), Diam. 18 in. (45.7 cm), Shields, Shields of this type were very popular across the Indian subcontinent. They were commonly made from steel or, as seen here, of animal hide. Light-weight and translucent, this shield is also strong and durable
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Shield, Dhàl, early 19th century, North Indian, Hide, gilt bronze, enamel, lacquer, jewels, textile, velvet, Diam, 18, 45.7 cm, Shields, type, popular across, Indian subcontinent, commonly, steel, animal hide, Light-weight, translucent, shield, strong, durable
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