Mirror
Mirror
ca. 15th century (made)
ca. 15th century (made)
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This mirror has on the reverse of the polished surface a raised bosss in concentric circles. On the handle are the traces of inlaid letters in Kadiri script, which although incomplete, appear to read "Sri", a favoured auspicious message invoking good forture and happiness.
Object details
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Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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Title | Mirror (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Mirror, bronze, 15th century, Majapahit style, East Java, Indonesia |
Physical description | This mirror has on the reverse of the polished surface a raised bosss in concentric circles. On the handle are the traces of inlaid letters in Kadiri script, which although incomplete, appear to read "Sri", a favoured auspicious message invoking good forture and happiness. |
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Object history | Bought from Anthony Plowright. |
Historical context | The ceremonial mirror is an object of power and authority. |
Production | East Java, Indonesia |
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Accession number | IS.5:1-1994 |
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Record created | February 14, 2000 |
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