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Chinese Double Handled Brass Brazier, circa 1850

$980
£749.26
€863
CA$1,373.28
A$1,533.14
CHF 803.34
MX$18,767.12
NOK 10,202.45
SEK 9,619.61
DKK 6,440.65
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About the Item

On a cold winter’s night in China’s Northern provinces, the well-to-do held their hands over this coal-filled brazier to ward off the chill. Handmade of brass, the exquisitely crafted 19th century brazier has an intricately pierced top with a central floral motif.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CMKH1351stDibs: LU820020832262

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