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Mirror with game board design and animals of the four directions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray circular mirror with a game board design and animals representing the four directions. The mirror has a raised square in the center with a small sphere. The square is surrounded by a circle with four sets of animal designs. The outer edge has a zig-zag pattern. The background is a gradient from dark gray to light gray. Artist: unknown. Title: Mirror with game board design and animals of the four directions.

Artwork Details

Date
1st–2nd century
Medium
Bronze with black patina
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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