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Mirror

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, flat, bronze-colored object with a scalloped edge. The object has a circular indentation in the center. There are intricate designs etched into the surface, featuring what appears to be a dragon or a phoenix-like creature, surrounded by foliage. The object exhibits signs of aging and wear, with patches of green patina visible on its surface. Title: Mirror. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
10th–14th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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