Sale 104 Lot 83  

CHINESE "BEAST AND GRAPEVINE" BRONZE MIRROR, Tang Dynasty. Cast in hight relief with a central knob depicting a crouching beast encircled by four mythical beasts amongst fruiting vines within a ring, the outer band with flying birds and grapes on scrolling vines, the silvery surface with patches of green encrustation.

Note: For a similar mirror see Sotheby's, "Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art", 19 March 2013, Lot 76. - 3 3/4 in. diam.
Estimate $400-600

PROVENANCE: Estate of Kayoko Mutuura, Annapolis, MD

Sold for $225

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