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Mirror

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bronze mirror by Unknown artist, titled "Mirror", is circular and made of bronze. The object displays a predominantly brown patina with green accents. The circular object features a raised central circle surrounded by ornate designs. The designs on the object are symmetrical and consist of curved lines and shapes, possibly in a relief style. The outer edge of the circle appears to have a wavy or uneven shape. There are no handles or protrusions on the object aside from the central circle. The background of the image is gray and featureless.

Artwork details

Date:
3rd or 4th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 400 px
Museum record:
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