Exceptional Very Fine Indian Shield Dhal

Exceptional mid 19 C. Dhal shield from India, signed by the owner. Convex steel shield fitted with four big bosses on flanged pierced base. Reinforced outer edge. The entire surface of the shield is richly and densely inlaid in gold. The gold pattern is divided into four quarters with a central star on rich floral and tendril background. Inside of deep green velvet with a central violet pad and violet covered handles.

The inscription on the border reads: قطب الدين عبد الرحمان (Qutub al-Din ‘Abd al-Rahman), the owner name with his important title Pillar of the Faith.

Diameter 16 inches (40 cm). Next to untouched condition with small tears ion the inside velvet lining.

Price: On Request