A QAJAR GOLD-DAMASCENED STEEL HELMET AND SHIELD
A QAJAR GOLD-DAMASCENED STEEL HELMET AND SHIELD

IRAN, 19TH CENTURY

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A QAJAR GOLD-DAMASCENED STEEL HELMET AND SHIELD
IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
The shield of circular form with domed profile, decorated with four applied bosses and calligraphic cartouches around, the helmet with nose guard and feather holders, decorated in the same manner, with suspended chain mail around the sides and back
The shield 18 1/8in. (46cm.) (2)

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