Set of two copper alloy mirrors and a fibula, China, Han dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.) 
- Two mirrors in patinated copper alloy known as "TLV", one chased in light relief with a central square medallion showing a half-spherical socket surrounded by a lobed motif, surrounded by a decoration of mythical animals and a motif of symbols known as "TLV". The rim is decorated with a frieze of triangular geometric motifs. The other, smaller, has a half-spherical grip in the shape of an animal surrounded by two figures. D.: 7 and 12 cm; - Copper-alloy fibula in the shape of a mythical animal's head, the eyes inlaid with turquoise cabochons and the top of the head with four small fragments of celadon nephrite. The stem of the fibula shows the remains of a geometric decoration inlaid with gold and silver and ends in a chilong head. The underside features a large circular knob. Beautiful excavation patina, oxidation and traces of polychromy. Casting defects. Length: 14.5 cm
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Lot no. 168

Set of two copper alloy mirrors and a fibula, China, Han dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.) - Two mirrors in patinated copper alloy known as "TLV", one chased in light relief with a central square medallion showing a half-spherical socket surrounded by a lobed motif, surrounded by a decoration of mythical animals and a motif of symbols known as "TLV". The rim is decorated with a frieze of triangular geometric motifs. The other, smaller, has a half-spherical grip in the shape of an animal surrounded by two figures. D.: 7 and 12 cm; - Copper-alloy fibula in the shape of a mythical animal's head, the eyes inlaid with turquoise cabochons and the top of the head with four small fragments of celadon nephrite. The stem of the fibula shows the remains of a geometric decoration inlaid with gold and silver and ends in a chilong head. The underside features a large circular knob. Beautiful excavation patina, oxidation and traces of polychromy. Casting defects. Length: 14.5 cm

Estimate
€500 - €800
Result
€1,170
Buyer's premium
30%
Set of two copper alloy mirrors and a fibula, China, Han dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.) - Two mirrors in patinated copper alloy known as "TLV", one chased in light relief with a central square medallion showing a half-spherical socket surrounded by a lobed motif, surrounded by a decoration of mythical animals and a motif of symbols known as "TLV". The rim is decorated with a frieze of triangular geometric motifs. The other, smaller, has a half-spherical grip in the shape of an animal surrounded by two figures. D.: 7 and 12 cm; - Copper-alloy fibula in the shape of a mythical animal's head, the eyes inlaid with turquoise cabochons and the top of the head with four small fragments of celadon nephrite. The stem of the fibula shows the remains of a geometric decoration inlaid with gold and silver and ends in a chilong head. The underside features a large circular knob. Beautiful excavation patina, oxidation and traces of polychromy. Casting defects. Length: 14.5 cm
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