Ancient Chinese Double Phoenix mirror. The Phoenix are highly stylized as found in some Han art but may be a later rendition from a subsequent period up to Tang revival of Han style as it is not as thick as most from the Han periods. We don't know the exact age. Pre-1800. As shown in photos. Original patina. ~12.5 cm L x 9.5 cm W. Hanging hole passes through center knob.~ 274.6 grams. Please see the pictures as visual description of this item and for actual conditions. It is difficult to pinpoint exactly when the first Chinese-made bronze mirrors were produced, but evidence points to shortly before the beginning of China’s Warring States Period in 475 BCE. In both the Warring States Period and particularly the Qin and Han dynasties the process for bronze mirror manufacture was formalized and regulated by imperial officers. Between the fall of the Han dynasty in 220 CE and the beginning of the Tang dynasty in 618 CE was a relative lapse in manufacture. Following the end of the Tang dynasty, the same decline in quality was seen, the result being that most of the most impressive Chinese bronze mirrors that exist today were made during either the Han or Tang dynasties. Although limited manufacture continued through to the mid-Ming or so, the focus on artistic execution and quality control all but nearly slipped away. Please note: For technical reasons beyond our control, the image you see on your screen may vary in color and/or shade/intensity slightly from the image we have posted and from the actual. We strive to edit the photos so they will appear as close to the real object as possible, however, in digital processing, it is not always possible to be exactly precise. All surface anomalies, inconsistencies of color and other non-uniform characteristics are inherent age-acquired qualities of antiques and are not interpreted as imperfections or damages. Thank you for your understanding. No returns unless GROSSLY not as described (i.e. received wrong/different item). Possible inaccuracies in dating and/or cultural attributions do not constitute "grossly not as described". Archaeological and anthropological interpretations and opinions may vary widely amongst collectors & scholars. The information presented herein represents the studied opinion of the author of this post who is neither an expert nor claims any affiliation with any academic or archaeological/anthropological institutions and is for informational purposes only. It is in no way meant to supercede or supplant any published, non-published or transient interpretations or any other information which my be currently widely accepted as fact. Use your own judgement and knowledge in analysis of the item(s) presented here for purchase. In addition, all surface/cosmetic/structural anomalies, inconsistencies of color and other non-uniform characteristics which may be present, are inherent qualities of antiques and are not considered as imperfections or "not as described", regardless of whether or not they can be detected in listing photos or have been mentioned in the listing text. Item is being sold AS-IS. Shipped USPS 1st Class or Priority to Domestic US and Global Shipping Program to International. Price includes insurance. Yes! We combine multiple items for shipping discount where possible. Request total from seller at checkout from cart prior to payment to receive applicable combined shipping discount. Note: We will not cancel any orders whether paid or unpaid unless we cannot fulfill them for any unforeseen reason. Please be sure you want the item before purchasing or making an offer. Any offer made that we have accepted is binding and payment is expected for said item.
