Dhal (shield)
Dateearly to mid 1800s
Mediumsteel, gold, velvet, leather and fiber stuffing
Dimensions29 cm (11 7/16 in.), 1 lb 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.1018
DescriptionSteel. Circular, nearly flat. Center set with 4 bossets, decorated with gold koft-gari geometric pattern. Central roundel; the circular registers containing plant forms & scrolls. Rim has scalloped border pierced with holes. All decorated with gold koft-gari. Flanges on bossets are pierced en suite. Red velvet lining with square, stuffed red velvet pad with leather binding. Pad secured with faceted bolt at each bosset, each retaining large ring.ProvenancePurchased by Museum from American Art Association, Anderson Galleries (NYC), Macomber sale, December 10-12, 1936. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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800–600 BCE
