Mirror - enamels, Silver - China, Qing period

Rare two-faced dressing mirror, China with enameled relief, Qing period. A masterpiece worked to an extremely high standard; the front features a circular mirror with a lobed profile (shaped with lobes) enriched by a refined and deep peripheral beveling of the polished glass. The back plate is made in embossed silver and coated with a rich fired polychrome enamel: in the center a figure of emerald-green frog, surrounded by a vibrant three-dimensional micro-wetland ecosystem consisting of small fish, crabs, shells, aquatic insects and tadpoles. A side portion recreates stylized sea waves in shades of blue and white. The frog figure projects noticeably from the plane, offering a natural grip or serving as a decorative pedestal. The mounting frame is entirely made of silver, finely hand-harbled (repoussé) with continuous relief phytomorphic motifs (leaves and buds). These rare portable mirrors traditionally formed part of the bridal trousseau of brides of the Chinese high aristocracy. In good condition with normal signs of age. Weight g. 434. For all details refer to the photos (in person one will notice even more the details and beauty of the particulars and the vivid colors). It will be professionally packed and shipped with a tracking code.