Items Similar to Chinese Bronze Mirror with Cast Relief Dragon, Late 19th Century
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9
Chinese Bronze Mirror with Cast Relief Dragon, Late 19th Century
$3,880
£2,880.69
€3,356.80
CA$5,386.69
A$6,025.35
CHF 3,135.63
MX$74,174.17
NOK 39,891.71
SEK 37,426.29
DKK 25,045.08
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
This antique Chinese mirror is cast of bronze in the tang-dynasty style, with a lobed rim of eight flower petals, each filled with small cloud motifs. The front of the mirror is cast with a sinuous mythical dragon flying amid clouds. A round knob at the center takes the place of the dragon's flaming pearl, an emblem of the sun, of the moon, of balance, and of power. The back is flat and would have been highly polished and coated with mercury or silver for a reflective surface.
Such mirrors were used within the sleeping quarters and were elevated upon wooden mirror stands, often ornately carved and highly decorated. This elegant bronze mirror is dated to the late 19th century and shows its age with pitted wear, minor verdigris oxidation, and a beautiful dark patina. We've elevated this mirror on a custom steel mount for display as a captivating sculptural object.
From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer.
Additional Dimensions:
Mirror: 11.5" W x 11.5" H x 1" D.
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Late 19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CFC1361stDibs: LU820039252302
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1997
1stDibs seller since 2006
1,679 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Chicago, IL
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllChinese Gilt Shrine Wall Mirror, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
A dazzling display of intricate carvings and gilt lacquer, this fabulous wall mirror was originally an ornate shrine surround used to enclose a religious figure or shrine display. The elaborate frame is comprised of highly decorated wood panels...
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Grand Chinese Floral Carved Mirror, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite example of the lavish taste of the Qing dynasty, this 19th century mirror combines intricately carved cedar and camphor woods. The era saw a stabile political climate and robust economy that fostered a desire for sumptuous and well-appointed furniture. This grand-sized mirror features delicate, airy carvings of bloom-filled vases and frolicking deer, emblems of longevity. Given the mirror's graceful, feminine appeal, it was likely originally hung in a lady’s sleeping quarters. Still resplendent, this majestic mirror...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Cedar
Chinese Bronze Vessel with Tripod Feet, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
This 18th century bronze vessel with tripod feet was crafted by hand in a traditional Chinese shape known as "ding," that dates back to 1600 BC. Tripod bowls were originally used for making religious offerings to ancestral gods. This ding is mounted on a finely carved hardwood...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Bronze
Provincial Chinese Travel Mirror, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This round folding mirror dates to the mid-19th century and would have accompanied a well-to-do woman on her travels. The wooden frame is carved with simple scrollwork at the hinge and includes a flat cover that props the mirror upright when open. Beautifully aged and full of character, we love this humble traveling mirror...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Table Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Elm
Chinese Table Screen Mirror, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Screens served numerous functions as portable architecture in Chinese homes. The largest examples sectioned off entire rooms, allowing a family to shape the spaces in their home to a...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Table Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Hardwood
Chinoiserie Gilt Table Mirror, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
With intricate construction and exquisite decoration, this late-19th century table mirror is a true masterpiece of Chinoiserie-style craftsmanship and lacquerware. Decorated in gilt,...
Category
Early 20th Century European Chinoiserie Table Mirrors
Materials
Glass, Wood
You May Also Like
Tang Dynasty Silvery bronze lobed “Beast and Birds” Mirror
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Chinese Silvery bronze lobed “Beast and Birds” Mirror, Tang Dynasty. The eight-foliated barbed form having a a center cast relief knop in a four legged Beast form surrounded ...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Early 20th Century, Showa, Japanese Bronze Mirror with Stand
Located in Sampantawong, TH
Japanese bronze mirror with stand.
Age: Japan, Showa Period, Early 20th Century
Size of mirror only: Diameter 18 C.M. / Height 27.8 C.M.
Size including st...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Oriental Bronze Japanese Kagami Handled Mirror
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique traditional Oriental bronze Japanese Kagami handled Mirror.
An exceptional and stunning Japanese bronze handled mirror called Kagami.
Large and heavy bronze handle mirror ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Buddhist Mirror and Dragon Stand, Edo Period, early 19th c, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A powerful and rare Japanese Buddhist "sacred" mirror and stand, Edo Period, late 18th or early 19th century, Japan.
The bronze mirror is housed in a two part gilt wood and lacquer ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Cast Bronze "Longevity" Mirror, Edo Period, 18th Century, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A heavy and finely cast Japanese bronze mirror with longevity symbols, Edo Period, 18th century, Japan.
The small, round mirror with high walls...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Mirror 19th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional and stunning Japanese bronze handled mirror within a fitted black lacquered case. The mirror is polished to one side with the other s...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
More Ways To Browse
Polished Cast Bronze
Antique Bronze Mirror
Chinese Relief
Bronze Dragons
Chinese Carved Relief
Antique Bronze Relief
Antique Bronze Dragon
Antique Chinese Mirrors
Gold Rimmed China
Dragon Pearl
Bronze Chinese Stand
Antique Chinese Coat
Cloud Mirror
Antique Gold Knobs
Gold Mirror Asian
Antique Gold Ornate Mirror
Small Ornate Mirror
Dragon Mirror