A hawksbill-framed round hanging mirror with painted enamel on its back from the Qing Dynasty. (Photo/Official Weibo account of the Palace Museum)
After a harsh winter, spring finally draws near. People can't wait to dress up to embrace the warm and beautiful season. The love of beauty is almost universal, and a mirror is an indispensable thing in a lady's room from ancient times to modern. The Palace Museum in Beijing has recently released several photos on its official microblog showing its collection of Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) mirrors. Let's take a look.