Sarmatian Bronze Disc shaped mirror

Description

Sarmatian fine bronze disc mirror with handle. Fine rim around the disc of the mirror and semi circular decoration to base of mirror. An ancient Iranian equestrian people they occupied an area covering from the Vistula River to the mouth of the Danube and eastward to the Volga, bordering the shores of the Black and Caspian seas and the Caucasus to the south.

Origin

Iranian culture dominating the Pontic Steppes 3rd century BC to 1st century AD

Measurements

Object height 19.5cm x 13cm width. Height on stand 24cm

Condition

Good ancient condition. Presented on a Perspex, timber and brass custom made stand