Mirror

German

18th century

Not on view

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Title: Mirror
Date: 18th century
Culture: German
Medium: Coral, honestone, mirror glass, gilt brass
Dimensions: Height: 12 1/4 in. (31.1 cm)
Classification: Natural Substances
Credit Line: Gift of Max Falk, 1990
Object Number: 1990.329
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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