AUCTION # 33 ANTIQUE ARMS, ARMOR & DECORATIONS

AN ENAMELED SHIELD DHAL FROM BENARES, INDIA, 19TH CEN.

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Start price: $150

Estimated price: $300 - $500

Buyer's premium: 28%

Sales Tax: On buyer's premium only

The Indian brass shield dhal, Benares, late 19th century. Of circular convex form with upturned rim, made of hand-hammered solid brass elaborately chiseled with engraved mythical creatures among foliate patterns. The graved brass is decorated with red and blue enamel. The center is set with four domed bosses, affixed on the reverse by four ring bolts.

Dimensions: D: 10 5/8 in., (27 cm.)

Condition: Very good, minor dents and expeted signs of wear.