Mirror Case with Pattern of Rock, Chrysanthemums, and Pomegranates

China

Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong period (1736–95)

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Glass was not much used before the twentieth century in making Chinese mirrors; instead, a highly polished metal surface provided the reflection. When not in use, a mirror could be stored in a case like this.

Mirror Case with Pattern of Rock, Chrysanthemums, and Pomegranates, Silk threads applied to plain-weave silk crepe, China

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Mirror Case with Pattern of Rock, Chrysanthemums, and Pomegranates, Silk threads applied to plain-weave silk crepe, China
Mirror Case with Pattern of Rock, Chrysanthemums, and Pomegranates, Silk threads applied to plain-weave silk crepe, China

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