Brunk Auctions
Live Auction

Emporium - Fine and Decorative Arts - Session I

Thu, Nov 15, 2018 09:00AM EST
Lot 475

Chinese Bronze Hand Warmer

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Qing dynasty, rectangular form with chased decorative panels of flowering trees, rooftops and elephants, pierced lid with floral and foliate decoration, two swing handles, marks on base, 8 x 8 x 6-1/2 in.; with receipt from Nagatani, Inc., Chicago, IL, dated 1972, which reads "copper-bronze hand wrought hand warmer...signed Chang Kuei Lin (circa 1700-1800)", indicating a price of $375

Condition

 surface wear and scratching consistent with age and use

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