Antique Japanese Bronze Kagami Hand Mirror - 1910s Meiji Era (25D-477-1)

Antique Japanese Kagami Hand Mirror, Bronze, Meiji Era (SKU 25D-477-1)

Meiji-era bronze kagami with crane and pine auspicious motif

This antique Japanese bronze mirror, or kagami, features a beautifully cast back decorated with a central floral crest framed by finely textured ground. Around the rim, elegant cranes in flight and a gnarled pine tree are rendered in low relief, classic symbols of longevity and good fortune in Japanese art. The mirror surface has aged to a warm, mottled patina, speaking to its many decades of quiet use.

Dating to the late Meiji period, this hand mirror would originally have been used on a cosmetic stand in a traditional nihonma interior. Today it displays wonderfully as a wall piece, on a stand, or laid flat in a tokonoma, where the rich bronze tones and time-softened details can be appreciated. A characterful example for collectors of Japanese antiques, metalwork, or Meiji-era décor.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Meiji period (late 19th–early 20th century)
• Material: Cast bronze
• Use: Traditional hand mirror (kagami); now for display or collection
• Features: Relief decoration of crane and pine, central floral crest, rich aged patina, Meiji-era bronze craftsmanship
• Dimensions: 7 1/4"W x 11"H
• Condition: Good antique condition with oxidation, verdigris, and surface wear consistent with age and use

A refined Meiji bronze mirror that brings authentic Japanese history and symbolism into any curated space.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.