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Shield (Dhàl)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Shield (Dhàl) is a circular metal object. It has a dark brown and gray color with a weathered appearance. The shield has a smooth edge and a flat surface. There are five circular protrusions, each with a smaller circular indentation in the center. The protrusions are arranged in a symmetrical pattern with one in the center and one at the top, bottom, left, and right. The background is a plain white surface.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Steel, copper alloy, leather
Culture
Indian
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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