Indo-Persian helmet. Hemispherical helmet, engraved with geometric patterns and scrollwork....
Indo-Persian helmet.
Hemispherical helmet, engraved with geometric patterns and scrollwork. The helmet is elegantly damascened and features a Sanskrit inscription in niello around the rim. It is topped by a quadrangular crest and features two quill holders on either side of the screw-adjustable nose guard.
The helmet is pierced all around to accommodate its clearly visible chain mail lining.
Oxidation.
19th-century work.
Indo-Persian helmet.
Hemispherical helmet, engraved with geometric patterns and scrollwork. The helmet is elegantly damascened and features a Sanskrit inscription in niello around the rim. It is topped by a quadrangular crest and features two quill holders on either side of the screw-adjustable nose guard.
The helmet is pierced all around to accommodate its clearly visible chain mail lining.
Oxidation.
19th-century work.
