Mirrors

anonymous, 1300 - 1600

In making these mirrors the disk and the handle were cast separately. The bronze disc was polished to a high shine and the handle adorned with decorative details, such as openwork motifs or gilded reliefs. Bronze mirrors could also have a ritual function, whereby the image of the divinity was reflected in the polished surface and thus establishing a connection between the spiritual and the mundane worlds.

  • Artwork typemirror, handle
  • Object numberAK-RAK-1988-15-2
  • Dimensionsheight 8 cm x width 6.3 cm x depth 0.6 cm

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Mirrors

  • Object type

  • Object number

    AK-RAK-1988-15-2

  • Description

    Handvat van spiegel. Plat met opengewerkt langwerpig siermotief in lengterichting.


Creation

  • Creation

    bronze caster: anonymous, Indonesia

  • Dating

    1300 - 1600

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Material and technique

  • Dimensions

    height 8 cm x width 6.3 cm x depth 0.6 cm


Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    Gift of Mr and Mrs Oorthuys-Lutjens, Baak

  • Acquisition

    gift 1988

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