Shield

17th–18th century

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Caption

Shield, 17th–18th century. Rhinoceros hide, diam: 18 1/8 in. (46 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Frank L. Babbott, Jr., 54.118. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

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Title

Shield

Date

17th–18th century

Geography

Place made: Sri Lanka

Medium

Rhinoceros hide

Classification

Arms and Armor

Dimensions

diam: 18 1/8 in. (46 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Frank L. Babbott, Jr.

Accession Number

54.118

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