Sui/Tang dyn Chinese Bronze mirror, - 4 hunters, chasing 4 animals. This is a Masterpiece from the ages with a hunting scenes. Hunting scenes appear on mirrors of the mid eight century, reflecting the Tang penchant for riding, polo and other equestrian activities. Made in: Sui Dynasty (581-618 AD) or Tang Dynasty (618-906 AD). Lion shaped knob. Weight: 300 g = 48 ounces; Diameter =117 mm = 11.7 cm = 4.6 inches;
Provenance: from private collection in Canada.
Condition: perfect preservation for the age, remnants of the original polished mirror surface;
Low Estimate: 10000;
High Estimate: 40000;
Original: Yes;