Late 19th Century Cloisonné Enamel Hand Warmer With Finger Citron Motif, 269g

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This is a finely crafted antique cloisonné enamel hand warmer or incense burner, a traditional object used for warmth or … Read more This is a finely crafted antique cloisonné enamel hand warmer or incense burner, a traditional object used for warmth or burning aromatic materials. The piece features a rounded, squat body with a flat, fitted lid pierced with an openwork lattice pattern. The exterior is decorated in vibrant cloisonné enamel on a deep red ground. The body features a central white cartouche containing a painted scene of a finger citron (Buddha's hand) and peaches, symbols of longevity and good fortune, surrounded by scrolling green vines and pink blossoms. The sides and lid are further adorned with floral and scrolling cloud motifs in shades of yellow, blue, and green. A brass swing handle is attached to the sides. The base features a central cartouche on a turquoise ground containing a four-character seal mark.

Dimensions:

Height: 8 cm (approximately 3.15 inches)

Width: 8 cm (approximately 3.15 inches)

Depth/Thickness: 8 cm (approximately 3.15 inches)

Weight: 269 grams (approximately 0.59 lbs) See less