Shield
Culture
Punjab
(northern India)
Dateabout 1900
Mediumsteel with gold and silver koftgari inlay, fabric
Dimensions35.6 cm (14 in.)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Helen White Sargent
Object number1923.37
DescriptionRound shield of very light steel with four bosses; ornamented with a damascened design of conventionalized flower and leaf forms in gold and silver koftgari. Lined with red fabric.ProvenanceHelen White Sargent, Worcester
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portions possibly 1600s
