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Shield (Dhàl)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Shield (Dhàl) is round and made of dark reddish-brown metal. The circular object has a worn appearance with areas of darker and lighter shades. Lighter spots reflect on the surface. A black horizontal handle is visible in the center. The background is plain white.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Leather, wood, polychromy, textile
Culture:
Indian
Dimensions:
446 × 624 px
Museum record:
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