Photo of collection object Mirror — Mirror, late 17th-early 18th century. Bronze, 1/2 x 12 1/4 in. (1.3 x 31.1 cm). Gift of Peter L. Rosenberg in memory of Louise Marie Rosenberg, 2004.85. Creative Commons-BY.

Brooklyn Museum

Brooklyn Museum

Mirror

late 17th-early 18th century

Maker Unknown

Asian Art

As part of a grand and elaborate bedroom set, this mirror would have been the center of attention in the master bedroom of an affluent Qing dynasty household, complementing the beauty of the lady of the house and symbolizing wishes for the success and prosperity of the family.

Original Source

Maker/Artist: Maker Unknown
Classification: Accessory
Formatted Medium: Bronze
Medium: bronze
Locations: Place made: China
Dynasty: Qing Dynasty
Period: Qing Dynasty
Dimensions: 1/2 x 12 1/4 in. (1.3 x 31.1 cm)
Departments: Asian Art
Accession Number: 2004.85
Credit Line: Gift of Peter L. Rosenberg in memory of Louise Marie Rosenberg
Rights Statement: Creative Commons-BY
Museum Location: This item is not on view
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