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Haguro Mirror (Haguro-kyō) with Birds, Flowers, and Butterflies

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, dark gray metal object with a raised edge. The object has a circular pattern etched into its surface. Inside the circle is a design featuring flowers, leaves, and butterflies. There are two distinct circles; one near the edge and one outlining the design. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
12th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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