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Mirror with Wheel Spokes and Riding Boys

童子騎馬鏡

c. 1196–1234

China, Jin dynasty

(1115-1234)
Medium
bronze
Measurements
Diameter: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.); Overall: 0.8 cm (5/16 in.); Rim: 0.7 cm (1/4 in.)
Weight: 311 g (10.97 oz.)
Credit Line
Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. Lee 1995.382
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Description

Inscription: Official Bureau of Mirrors
A circular bronze mirror, aged with a weathered green and brown patina, features a central rounded knob encircled by eight radiating spokes. Around this center, a ring of eight figures riding animals moves clockwise. On the right, a square seal displays raised characters. A border of floral motifs circles the outer rim. Beaded lines separate these concentric relief sections, highlighting the intricate and weathered details across the entire surface.

Mirror with Wheel Spokes and Riding Boys

c. 1196–1234

China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)

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