RARE CHINESE PARCEL-GILT BRONZE CIRCULAR MIRROR,Tang Dynasty (618-907). Crisply cast, the knob surrounded by eight insects within a scrolling foliate ring, the central field with flying birds holding floral sprays in their becks above a procession comprising a chariot and ox, figures on horse back and musicians, the animals and figures highlighted by gilding in contrast to the grey patina.
Note: For a similar mirror with gilt animals see Christie's New York, sale 2658, Lot 1459, "Luminous Perfeltion: Fine Chinese Mirrors rom the Robert H. Ellsworth Collection" 22 March 2012. - 8 1/2 in. diam. Estimate $800-1,200
PROVENANCE: Estate of Kayoko Mutuura, Annapolis, MD
