An Indian Dhal of black lacquered hide, 19th century, fitted...

Hammer

£280

An Indian Dhal of black lacquered hide, 19th century, fitted with four fluted bosses and additionally lacquered with polychrome animals and designs of scrolling flowers (one boss a period replacement, the polychrome lacquered decoration extensively chipped and rubbed), 45cm diameter

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The Dhal shows crazing throughout, chips and rubbing to the lacquered decoration .There is rust to inner metal rings and wear commensurate with age to the whole piece. No other obvious damage or signs of restoration.