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drac2k 25th June 2020 04:53 PM
Interesting Indo Persian Dhal Shield
 
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I just got this interesting dhal that seems a cut above the usual ones of this type.21" in diameter, not warped, the bosses are somewhat unusual, lacquered inside, and heavy iron posts for the handles and padding which is unfortunately missing.

Oliver Pinchot 29th June 2020 12:47 AM
Nice example, condition is very good!

drac2k 29th June 2020 04:09 AM
Thanks. Based on the 4 bosses, do you think that it is Indian?

Oliver Pinchot 29th June 2020 06:45 AM
The whole shield screams Indian. Do you see any traces of gilding on the bosses? You'll want to search closely, under magnification.

drac2k 29th June 2020 08:54 PM
The bosses appear to be either silver or more probably brass with a silver wash covering them; I did not want to polish them and lose the patina.

PSD 8th February 2021 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by drac2k
I just got this interesting dhal that seems a cut above the usual ones of this type.21" in diameter, not warped, the bosses are somewhat unusual, lacquered inside, and heavy iron posts for the handles and padding which is unfortunately missing.
very nice shield totally Indian.

drac2k 10th February 2021 04:06 PM
Thanks for the information & the compliment.


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