Lot 1276. A rare large finely cast silvery bronze mirror, Sui dynasty (581-618); 7 7/16 in. (18.9 cm.) diam. Estimate USD 6,000 - USD 8,000. Price realised USD 32,500. © Christie's Image Ltd 2010.

The central knob within a lappet border surrounded by six floral medallions interspersed with lotus blossoms beneath dogtooth bands, the outer field with a lengthy inscription beneath a further dogtooth band and border of stylized classic scroll, the reverse plain, with some green encrustation. 

Provenance: Acquired in Hong Kong circa 1991.

Christie's. Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Including Property from the Arthur M. Sackler Collections. 26 March 2010. New York, Rockefeller Plaza