Mirror with Concentric Circles and Linked Arcs
Unknown Artist
100–1 BCE
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
h. 1.1 cm · diam. 14.9 cm
Classification
Metalwork
Department
Chinese Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Gift of Drs. Thomas and Martha Carter in Honor of Sherman E. Lee
Accession Number
1995.306
About this artwork
Inscription: Refine the copper to be pure and bright. Make it into a mirror to receive rightful decor. May it extend your life and remove misfortunes! [You are] coeval with the heaven above.