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Lobed mirror
Details
Artist
Unknown
Title
Lobed mirror
Date
Tang dynasty (AD 618-906)
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
D: 22.8 cm.
Reference
CVCSC 0375.A
Collection
Status
On Display
This mirror, dating from the Tang dynasty, is decorated with an elaborate dragon motif surrounded by trailing clouds. Designs on earlier mirrors are usually symmetrical and have circular designs reflecting the round shape of the mirror.
Lobed mirror Tang dynasty (AD 618-906) © Compton Verney