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Symbolism and Types of Greek Mirrors by katerinaptakova2 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Greek mirrors from ancient times came in three main types - hand mirrors, stand mirrors, and box mirrors. Hand mirrors had a polished metal disk for reflection attached to a handle, while stand mirrors featured an upright female figure (caryatid) holding the reflective disk above a base. Stand mirrors originated in the 7th century BC and were used until around 430 BC, likely as religious offerings or by priestesses in rituals. Archaeological evidence indicates stand mirrors have been excavated from sanctuar
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