Ⓐ A PAIR OF INDIAN LAQUERED HIDE ARM DEFENCES (DASTANA), 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY

Ⓐ A PAIR OF INDIAN LAQUERED HIDE ARM DEFENCES (DASTANA), 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY

each formed of a tapering gutter-shaped main plate of dark laquered hide, fitted with a pair of copper alloy buckles, hinged inner plate en suite, complete with its padded red lining decorated with foliage (worn), and mail hand-defence of riveted links

43.5 cm; 17 1/8 in

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Property from the Anthony Dove Collection (1938-2021)

Part proceeds to benefit Westminster Abbey