Lobed Bronze Mirror with Lotuses and Infants, middle Tang period, 8th to 9th century

Lobed Bronze Mirror with Lotuses and Infants, middle Tang period, 8th to 9th century

• Image Number: K1A001880N000000000PAB
• Dynasty: Tang dynasty
• Category: Bronzes
• Function: Household appliance
• Material: Mineral/Metal/Bronze
• Description:
  Eight petal sunflower shaped mirror with hemispherical button. There is a lotus on the button of the mirror. The lotus branch under the button extends to the left and right, and two lotus flowers come out, on which each stands a baby, meaning “to give birth to your son in succession”. The outer area is slightly higher, decorated with flowers and butterfly patterns.