California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 136 
AN ARCHAIC BRONZE 'SEA HORSE' MIRROR    漢 海馬紋銅鏡


  • Dimension: D: 2 3/4 in (7.2 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1200
  • Estimate To: $1400

The bronze mirror features a low relief carving of artistic bumps, sea horse patterns, and mythical creatures. In the center, the stringing knob is guised as a creature, with four feet planted on the surface. Han Dynasty period.