Mirror

Unknown

12th–13th century · Bronze; cast, chased · Islamic Art

Cast bronze mirrors were often used for divination or magical medicine. The polished metallic front provided a reflective surface. Often, the decoration on the back depicted the zodiac or mythological themes. The scene on this mirror is interpreted as Solomon and his demons.

Artist

Unknown

Date

12th–13th century

Medium

Bronze; cast, chased

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Gift of Florence E. and Horace L. Mayer, 1978