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Mirror with a Handle in the Form of a Herakles Knot

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a circular object resembling a mirrored disc with a handle. The object has a weathered, aged appearance with visible signs of wear and tear. It features a dark gray and black patina with lighter gray patches. The object has a raised edge and appears to be made of metal. In the center, there is an ornate handle formed into a Herakles Knot design. The handle is made of twisted metal and has two curved ends on either side that resemble horns or scrolls. The background of the image is plain gray. The title of this piece is "Mirror with a Handle in the Form of a Herakles Knot".

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923 × 893 px
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