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Mirror with interlaced dragons

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Mirror with interlaced dragons by Unknown is a circular, bronze object with a green patina. The object has a central circular indentation and is surrounded by intricate designs. The circular designs have a raised outer edge. The main body of the object features interwoven dragon-like creatures. The dragons are depicted in a curved, swirling pattern that radiates from the center. The dragons have curved bodies and heads. The object has a decorative edge with curved shapes. The background of the image is a plain off-white color.

Artwork details

Date:
late 2nd –1st century BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 530 px
Museum record:
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