Indo Persian Inlaid Steel Shield, 19th c., the damascened surface inlaid with silver and gold, with a large central sun mask surrounded by four smaller sun masks, within a calligraphic panel border, verso with a cloth backing, H.- 4 in., Dia.- 20 1/4 in.

Condition consistent with age and use. Heavy wear and holes are observed in the lining, which is peeling away from the edges. Rust is noted throughout, especially along the edges and in three 2 inch sections near the center. Heavy wear is noted in the 2 inch band around the central decoration. A fascinating piece. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD “AS IS.” NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.