China
Tang Dynasty bronze Mirror ND (960-1279) Certified XF by HuaXia, 139.7mm, 314.0g. 8 petal Lotus flower design with the traditional symbolic motifs of birds framing the central knob, bordered foliage, prancing wildlife, and paired birds. This beautiful bronze mirror was popular as marriage gifts and as such the design elements represented conjugal bliss and prosperity. This fine specimen displays all these symbols in a bold fashion and is a most fascinating piece of aristocratic history.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1000-1500 USD