A large Greco-Roman Bronze Mirror, Late Hellenistic or Early Imperial, ca. 100 BCE – 100 CE Roman overall in good condition

overall in good condition

footed base into a high shoulder leading to a two-piece wide

and rounded bottom with a knobbed base

the terracotta clay body with tall fluted cylindrical neck incised with oscillating lines

acquired from the trade in 2007

A large Greco-Roman Bronze Mirror, Late Hellenistic or Early Imperial, ca. 100 BCE – 100 CE Roman overall in good conditionThis circular mirror provides a fascinating glimpse into the everyday life of the ancient Romans. Used for personal grooming, mirrors were considered to be an important part of Roman personal accessories. Roman bronze mirrors were produced in various sizes, and this particular example is very large, measuring eight inches in diameter. Polished to a high shine, the mirror side is slightly convex, which would have helped to produce a clear reflection.