A CHILD'S CHAR 'AINA GOLD KOFTGARI ARMOR PLATE FROM PUNJAB

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Start price: $300

Estimated price: $500 - $700

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Persian char-aina armor body steel plate decorated with an intricate traditional gold koftgari inlay. Char-aina armor features four hinged plates to protect the chest, back and sides of the wearer. Presumably made by the Lahore workshop circa 1820.

Dimensions: 9 3/4 x 7 3/4 in., (25 x 20 cm.)

Condition: Very good, gilding has been partially lost.

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