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Mirror Handle

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Mirror Handle
  • Date: 6th–8th century
  • Culture: India (Jammu & Kashmir, ancient kingdom of Kashmir)
  • Medium: Stone
  • Dimensions: H. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Gift of Samuel Eilenberg, 1987
  • Object Number: 1987.142.80
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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