Four bronze hand warmers
Qing dynasty, 19th century
(4)
Estimate $1,500 – $2,500
comprising one of rounded rectangular shape; one of compressed circular form; one of chamfered rectangular form; and one of lobed rectangular form with swing handle, the cover of each pierced with diaper patterns, the base of each with mark
(4)
10.5 cm long, 7 cm diameter, 7.5 cm long, 7.7 cm long
- Lot Sold $1,700 (Hammer Price)
- $2,074 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
Condition Report
Some surface wear on the exteriors and some corrosion on the interiors. The first one with a repair to one internal corner at the base. The second one with a very small indent in the mouth rim
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