MirrorsChinese5th-3rd century BCE
Circular Double-Tier Mirror with Openwork Decoration of Six Intertwined Dragons
5th-3rd century BCE
Dimensions
Diam. 22.6 cm (8 7/8 in.) Weight: 1077 g
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