A CANTONESE ENAMEL HAND MIRROR late 18th/early 19th century

Some significant areas of loss and old restorations to the top edge of frame and small area of restoration on left side of frame, very poor restoration at the narrow part of the ruyi-shaped section between mirror and handle on both sides, several chips to knob at end of handle, 1/2-inch area of restoration to handle, typical small chips where handle meets gilt-metal collar, back panel with typical chips and restorations around four fixing screws, 1/2-inch area of loss to enamel at top edge of frame, 1-inch area of loss in key fret border, mirror plate probably replaced.
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