Hand mirror | Comb
CultureAmerican
Dateca. 1900
MediumSilver plate | Tortoise shell
DimensionsOverall: 10 x 5 1/2 in. (25.4 x 14 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number83.500
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DescriptionMirror is formed of swirling and whip-lash lines with figure of Cupid on the handle holding a bow and arrow. Bow, arrows and horn are on mirror side. Comb has whip-lash lines and Cupid holding an arrow. Bow and arrow on one end balanced by group of musical instruments at the other including a pair of horms and a tambourine. Design is repeated on other side of comb. Comb is tortoise shell.