Miroir, M.C. 2205(4)

Type of object(s): domestic life, beauty - cosmetics, metal, metal arts, china name(s): mirror materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: diameter: 16cm depth: 1cm description: circular mirror. Relief decoration organized in concentric registers on the exterior face: rosettes alternating with chinese characters. Interior side showing the incised signs of the zodiac. Mirror close to mc 05621. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: (arab) mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2205. Unknown date