A group of three bronze mirrors, dating from the Han - Tang dynasties. Each has one flat side and the other a shield like design within circles and raised outer rim. Each has a central nub with hole for threading. Han mirror decorated with phoenix bird in floral design, two Tang mirror one decorated with Chi dragon encircled by Chinese character, the other mirror decorated with squirrel and grape, all in low relief
Smallest: D. 3 3/4" (9.5 cm), Medium: 4 5/8" (11.7 cm), Largest: 5 1/4" (13.3 cm)
Collection of a private Brooklyn,New York collector
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Condition: all in good condition with bronze rust and tarnish, surface wear, Han mirror has turned green throughout and few area chipped out of the inner frame

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