Bidspirit auction | 19th c. Chinese Qing Enameled


19th c. Chinese Qing Enameled Paktong Hand Warmer - Chinese Qing dynasty paktong white copper or cupronickel hand warmer brazier or censer with blue champleve enamel and inlaid silver, 19th century. Depicting butterflies, floral blossoms, and squash throughout the exterior. Surmounted by an intricately pierced lid. Height: 3 1/2 in x width: 5 3/4 in x depth: 4 3/4 in. Condition: There are some small losses to the blue enamel, particularly along the lower left quadrant of one side and the upper right quadrant of the opposite side. There are two small dents to the footrim. Scattered areas of verdigris patination along the interior, as well as the shoulder. Accretions along the interior.