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Mirror

Mirror
ca. 15th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

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

Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Mirror
  • Handle
TitleMirror (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.
Dimensions
  • Height: 26cm
Style
Object history
Bought from Anthony Plowright.
Historical context
The ceremonial mirror is an object of power and authority.
Production
East Java, Indonesia
Collection
Accession number
IS.5:1-1994

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Record createdFebruary 14, 2000
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