Shield (Dhál), 18th–early 19th century, Bundi, Rajasthan, Indian, Rajasthan, Bundi, Iron, polychromy, textile, leather, Diam. 13 in. (33 cm), Shields, In form and materials, this is a common type of Indian shield. However, in size, and, most importantly, in decoration, this object is both distinct and very rare.
Shield (Dhál), 18th–early 19th century, Bundi, Rajasthan, Indian, Rajasthan, Bundi, Iron, polychromy, textile, leather, Diam. 13 in. (33 cm), Shields, In form and materials, this is a common type of Indian shield. However, in size, and, most importantly, in decoration, this object is both distinct and very rare