Home / Collection / Exhibitions / Splendours... / The... / Craftsmanship / Enamelling / Dhal... / Splendours of the Subcontinent: A Prince's Tour of India 1875-6: The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham PalaceThis exhibition is in the past. View our current exhibitions.The British Monarchy and IndiaThe Prince's tourMaking links with the Indian rulersCraftsmanshipThe display of gifts in BritainWatchBackCraftsmanshipJewelleryMetalworkArms and armourEnamellingBackEnamellingLUCKNOW 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 Lucknow, where this shield was originally made, was renowned for enamelling in blue and green.PreviousNextPreviousNext