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Antique Chinese Bai-tong Hand Warmer

$750
£565.95
€658.69
CA$1,058.80
A$1,062.65
CHF 619.66
MX$12,918.71
NOK 7,120.54
SEK 7,323.12
DKK 4,923.62

About the Item

Antique Chinese Bai-tong Hand Warmer. The large rectangular bun form has a hinged overhead handle and filigree pierced lid in a hexagonal pattern. The solid sides has engraved decoration of flower medallions alternating with butterflies between foliate bands. Bai-tong (Paktong) also known as German silver or nickel silver is crafted of an alloy of white copper (50% copper, 25% nickel and 25% zinc) and is often polished resembling silver. Hand warmers, also known as sleeve censers (xiulu), are considered a luxury personal accessory. The container would hold a smoldering charcoal brick embedded in sand and ash which provided welcome warmth in unheated rooms. Incense was often added to impart a pleasant fragrance. Condition: Minor scratches and blemishes commensurate to signs of age and use, otherwise fine. Measuring with overhead handle resting at the side: 5.5 in. high x 9 in. long x 6.5 in. deep. (14 x 23 x 16.5cm). Weight: 4 lbs. 6 oz. (1986 g.) Circa 1890.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Nickel,Zinc,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TM-UH901731stDibs: LU1778247947392

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