19th Century Islamic Indo-Persian Mughal Native Warrior’s Dhal Brass Fighting Shield. Sn 22784 Antique & Militaria

19th Century Islamic Indo-Persian Mughal Native Warrior’s Dhal Brass Fighting Shield. Sn 22784 - 22784

The Dhal is a type of shield found in the Indian subcontinent ( see page 206 of Stone’s book ‘A Glossary Of Arms & Armor’). Dhal shields are nearly always geometrically round and they vary in diameter from about eight inches to twenty-four inches. Some are nearly flat while others are strongly curved. This is an excellent Dhal. Our brass Dhal is 14 ¼” diameter with correct rolled edges. The deeply curved Dhal has 4 central brass bosses for striking opponents and deflecting blows. The front of the shield is decorated throughout with a symmetrical arrangement of scrolling leafy tendrils, enclosing further scrollwork and flowers. The inside of the brass Dhal has age related verdigris colouration to the brass. The rear centre 4 hanging rings fitted with 2 leather straps for arm carry and has a central cloth pad which has age and handling related wear. The shield is clean and undamaged. The price for this attractive piece includes UK delivery. Sn 22784 (ethnic items shelf storeroom)

£475.00