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Antique Japanese Shinto Sacred Mirror Shinkyo Meiji Era Temple Altar Accessory

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 Antique Japanese Shinto Sacred Mirror "Shinkyo" - Meiji Era Temple Altar Accessory

This is an authentic Antique Japanese Shinkyo (Sacred Mirror) from the Meiji Era (1868–1912). In Shinto tradition, the mirror is one of the most sacred objects, serving as a symbolic vessel for the deity (Kami) to reside within a shrine or home altar (Kamidana).

Key Features:

  • Simple & Pure Design: While many ritual mirrors feature decorative patterns (such as the zodiac or nature motifs) on the back, this piece is notably plain and simple. This minimalist aesthetic reflects the original role of the Shinkyo: to reflect the truth and the spirit with absolute clarity and without distraction.

  • Historic Meiji Craftsmanship: A genuine artifact over a century old. The wooden stand features traditional hand-carved cloud or wave motifs, creating a dignified base for the metal mirror.

  • Spiritual Presence: The unadorned surface of the mirror is intended to symbolize a pure heart and the transparency of the divine.

  • Solid Construction: With a total weight of over 500g, it has a substantial and stable presence suitable for ritual display.

Specifications:

  • Overall Dimensions: 23.0 x 17.0 x 6.0 cm / 9.1 x 6.7 x 2.4 in

  • Mirror Diameter: 12.0 cm / 4.7 in

  • Total Weight: 506 g / 1.1 lbs

  • Material: Wood, Metal Alloy

Condition Report: Antique condition with authentic signs of history.

  • Historic Repair: There is an old, stable repair on the upper right section of the wooden stand [please see Image 10 (front), 18 (back) for a close-up]. This mending is a testament to the item’s long-term preservation and care.

  • Surface: The metal mirror exhibits a natural aged patina and oxidation (cloudiness) consistent with its age. The wooden stand shows a rich, dark luster from over a century of use.

  • Please refer to the photos for a sense of scale and the honest texture of this historical ritual object.


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