Fake vs Genuine: Tang Dynasty Parrot Mirror Comparison

Let’s compare the fake Tang-style parrot mirror shown on eBay (right) with the genuine piece from the Shanghai Museum (left).
Craftsmanship & Lines
Genuine (Left): The lines are smooth and natural, with the authentic charm of ancient handmade casting.
Fake (Right): The lines are stiff and rigid, with sharp, unnatural edges that reveal traces of modern machine engraving.
Patina & Surface
Genuine (Left): Natural, mild patina that has deeply penetrated the bronze.
Fake (Right): The bright, unnatural green and blue corrosion only sits on the surface, artificially made to look like an ancient unearthed artifact.
Overall Spirit
Genuine (Left): Full and vivid, showing the vitality and grandeur of the Tang Dynasty.
Fake (Right): Stiff and lifeless, it only copies the shape but lacks the true spirit of a genuine Tang bronze mirror.
This mirror is clearly a modern reproduction.