MirrorsChinese1st-3rd century CE
Circular "Shenshou" (Deity and Beast) Mirror with Relief Decoration of the Daoist Deities Xiwangmu and Dongwanggong against a Pattern of Rolling Waves, All within a Border of Alternating Semicircles and Faux Seal Impressions
1st-early 3rd century
Dimensions
Diam. 14.2 x H. 1.4 cm (5 9/16 x 9/16 in.)
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