Home / Collection / Exhibitions / Splendours... / The... / The... / Enamelling / Dhal... / Splendours of the Subcontinent: A Prince's Tour of India 1875-6: The Queen's Gallery, Palace of HolyroodhouseThis exhibition is in the past. View our current exhibitions.Craftsmanship of the SubcontinentThe ExhibitionThe British Monarchy and IndiaExploring the Indian SubcontinentMaking links with the Indian rulersThe carpet in the Prince's CourtCraftsmanship of the SubcontinentJewelleryMetalworkArms and armourEnamellingThe gifts come to BritainLegaciesWatchBackEnamellingLUCKNOW Dhal (shield) 1800-75RCIN 11278This ceremonial shield is encrusted with over 800 diamonds. Lucknow, where this shield was originally made, was renowned for enamelling in blue and green.PreviousNextPreviousNext