Asian ArtIvories1st century B.C.
Artwork Details
| Title | Mirror handle |
| Medium | Ivory |
| Dimensions | H. 2 in. (5.1 cm); W. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm) |
| Classification | Ivories |
| Department | Asian Art |
| Date | 1st century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of William and Bette-Ann Spielman, 2004 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | India (Bengal) |
| Period | Shunga period |
| Date Range | 200 BC – 100 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 40100