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Lobed Mirror with Shaluo Tree

mid 10th Century - mid 12th Century

China, Northern Song dynasty

(960-1127)
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Diameter: 14.7 cm (5 13/16 in.); Overall: 0.8 cm (5/16 in.); Rim: 0.4 cm (3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. Lee 1995.380
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Not on view
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A bronze mirror, aged with dark green and brownish-orange oxidation, features an eight-lobed rim and a central tree in raised relief. Vivid blue and turquoise patina coats the clustered foliage and swirling root motifs. A small knob projects from the middle of the trunk. The textured surface highlights the contrast between the weathered metal and the vibrant mineral deposits across the central motif.

Lobed Mirror with Shaluo Tree

mid 10th Century - mid 12th Century

China, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127)

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