Set of Four Mirrors (Cuirass)

Tibetan, and possibly Bhutanese or Nepalese

18th–19th century

Not on view

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Title: Set of Four Mirrors (Cuirass)
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Tibetan, and possibly Bhutanese or Nepalese
Medium: Steel, silver, gold, leather
Dimensions: Diam. of each 7 7/8 in. (20 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 13.5 oz. (1289.9 g)
Classification: Armor Parts-Cuirasses
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.340
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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