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Mirror with Linked Arcs and Kui Dragons

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Mirror with Linked Arcs and Kui Dragons by unknown artist shows a circular bronze mirror with a raised edge and a central knob. The mirror has a dark gray color with green patina spots and patches on the surface and edge. The central knob is round and slightly domed. The mirror's design features a series of linked arcs forming a circle around the knob. Inside the arcs are carvings of kui dragons, which are mythical creatures in Chinese culture. The dragons are depicted in a symmetrical pattern, with curved bodies and legs. The background of the mirror has a decorative pattern of swirling lines and shapes. The mirror appears to be old and worn, with visible signs of aging and deterioration. The surface of the mirror casts a shadow on a gray background.

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750 × 737 px
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