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Chinese White Brass Happiness Brazier, c. 1850

About the Item

Filled with burning coals, this petite 19th-century brass brazier once warmed the hands of a well-to-do person on a cold winter's night in northern China. The brazier is crafted of white brass in a rectangular form, complete with a hinged handle and an intricately pierced lid with a chrysanthemum pattern. The exterior is etched with a pattern of golden coins and bats, symbols of happiness, longevity, and wealth. A keepsake from a bygone era, this fine brazier retains a quiet elegance and looks lovely accenting a bookcase or console table. From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Etched
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CFC1621stDibs: LU820025347432
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