HAN CUO GOLD AND SILVER INLAID TURQUOISE STAR...

Updated September 15, 2026

This auction ended on September 20, 2026. See upcoming auctions from Yakon Auctions.
Lot number450
Estimate5,000.00 - 6,000.00 USD
AuctionSep Premier Antique & Collectibles II
DateSeptember 20, 2026 at 1:53 AM EDT
Auction houseYakon Auctions
LocationGermantown, Maryland

PATTERN SQUARE MIRROR. <br>Height:22cm (8.66in) , Width:22cm (8.66in) , Weight:1630g (3.594lb) Han Dynasty, Bronze Square Mirror with Gold?Silver Inlay and Turquoise Inlaid Constellation Pattern. Square?shaped bronze mirror with a hemispherical central knob. The outer border is decorated with scrolling cloud patterns in gold?and?silver inlay. Inside, names of the Twenty?Eight Lunar Mansions are incised in gold, connected by fine gilded lines forming a star chart. Turquoises are inlaid to mark stellar positions. It faithfully reflects the astronomical knowledge of Han China. The patina is ancient, the inlay work refined. Integrating bronze casting, precious?metal inlay and stone inlay techniques, it bears profound symbolic meaning related to ancient cosmology and astrological belief.<br><br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation.<br><br> Terms such as "attributed to," "after," "manner of," "circle of," "school of," "in the artist's style," or similar language mean the lot is not guaranteed to be by

HAN CUO GOLD AND SILVER INLAID TURQUOISE STAR...

More lots in this auction

See all lots in Sep Premier Antique & Collectibles II →