April 13, 2022 10:00 EST
Asian Arts
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A Chinese bronze "Birds and Grapes" circular mirror 飞鸟葡萄纹铜镜一面
Tang dynasty 唐
The top centered by a pierced domed knop, the inner circle filled with floral and grapes pattern, the outer border decorated with eight birds among flora and foliage; the other side undecorated, rich silvery black patina with areas of encrustation.
Dia: 4 1/2 in.
PROVENANCE:
Property from a Private Collection, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Sold for $2,016
Estimated at $1,000 - $1,500
The top centered by a pierced domed knop, the inner circle filled with floral and grapes pattern, the outer border decorated with eight birds among flora and foliage; the other side undecorated, rich silvery black patina with areas of encrustation.
PROVENANCE:
Property from a Private Collection, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
