Composed of cast and hammered bronze parts with engraved and chased design on the mirror back. Probably individually composed for the owner and suggests her high social status.
More information
Title of artwork, date
The Portesham mirror, 40
Date supported
1995
Medium and material
Bronze
Dimensions
31 x 19 cm
Grant
18750
Total cost
75000
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