Artwork Page for Square Mirror with Felicitous Message

Details / Information for Square Mirror with Felicitous Message

Square Mirror with Felicitous Message

early 900s–late 1200s

China, Song dynasty

(960-1279)
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Overall: 0.7 x 16 cm (1/4 x 6 5/16 in.)
Weight: 704 g (1.55 lbs.)
Credit Line
Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. Lee 1995.372
Public Domain
You can copy, modify, and distribute this work, all without asking permission. Learn more about CMA's Open Access Initiative.
Location
Not on view
Print
A square bronze mirror has a weathered, greenish-gray surface with a central rounded knob. Four large Chinese characters encircle the knob in a blocky script. Diagonal bands, textured with raised dots and wave-like patterns, cut across the surface to form four triangular corner sections. Faint floral and leaf motifs occupy these corners. The entire object exhibits a rough, pitted texture from mineral buildup and age, framed by a thick, raised square border.

Square Mirror with Felicitous Message

early 900s–late 1200s

China, Song dynasty (960-1279)

See Also

Visually Similar by AI

Contact Us

The information about this object, including provenance, may not be currently accurate. If you notice a mistake or have additional information about this object, please fill out the appropriate request form linked below:

Update or Correct Artwork Information

Imagery or Rights for Non-Open-Access Artworks

Report a Website Issue

Further Questions About This Artwork