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Mirror with eight-point design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Mirror with eight-point design by unknown artist. The object is circular and flat with a darker outer edge that fades into a lighter center. The object features a large ball in the center with a tassel hanging down from it. The ball is surrounded by a circle with eight points, each with curved lines extending outward. The eight points are separated by curved triangular shapes. There are two concentric circles around the center design, one with short lines around its edge. The background behind the object is light-colored. The object appears to be made of metal. The object has a dark patina. There are small metal pins on the bottom to hold it in place.

Artwork details

Date:
1st century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 616 px
Museum record:
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