LOT 247:
AN ISLAMIC INDO-PERSIAN SHIELD DHAL
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Sold for: $700
Start price:
$
600
Estimated price :
$900 - $1,200
Buyer's Premium: 25%
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AN ISLAMIC INDO-PERSIAN SHIELD DHAL
A round shield of steel with a brass rim. Decorated with incredibly detailed relief floral ornament, cartouches with Arabic calligraphy and five protruding suns with faces. There are also four pairs of angels holding crowns with stars and crescents that are attracted to the sun in the center of the shield. Contains elements of gilding.
Dimensions: L: 18 in., (47 cm)
Condition: Very good