Mirror in a vaguely ancient style

uncertain date

Not on view

The odd imagery and bogus inscription on this mirror indicate that it is a forgery, but its date is difficult to ascertain. It could be as early as the Ming dynasty or as late as the 19th century.

Artwork Details

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Provenance

Title: Mirror in a vaguely ancient style
Date: uncertain date
Culture: China
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: H. 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm); W. 7 1/2 in. (19.1 cm)
Classification: Mirrors
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1922
Object Number: 22.141.14
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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