Engraved Indo-Persian shield, sipar, around 1800, demons, mythical creatures

An Indo-Persian sipar, early 19th century. Circular, iron shield convex at the centre; with a brass strengthening band at the margin; at the front surface a round cartouche featuring an inscription in Persian, surrounded by effigy of noblemen, demons and other mythical figures, all around racemes (flower clusters) and animals; at the external margin a band with cartouches featuring inscriptions. With four studs, one has a small hole from age. At the inside small loops for the handles and a plastic enforced wire for hanging. Diameter: 18.5 inches / 47 cm.

Depth: 3.5 inches / 9 cm. The piece is great fun to view because of its rich decoration.

Some of the decor still shows gold lining that has mostly worn off from age. The item "Engraved Indo-Persian shield, sipar, around 1800, demons, mythical creatures" is in sale since Wednesday, August 12, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\Middle East". The seller is "mrmarple" and is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, China, Japan, Canada, Australia.

• Region of Origin: Middle East
• Featured Refinements: Persian Antiques
• Age: 1800-1849
• Primary Material: Iron
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
• Type: Shield
• Color: Silver