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Votive Mirror with Eleven-Headed Kannon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, flat, circular object made of metal, likely bronze or copper, with a dark brown and gray patina. The object has a smooth, slightly concave surface with a darker center and lighter edges. Two small holes are visible at the top, positioned symmetrically on either side, likely used for hanging. The surface features intricate, etched designs and a central figure of a female deity with multiple heads, specifically eleven, which is a characteristic representation of Kannon. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
12th century
Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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