A COPPER ALLOY OVAL HANDWARMER LATE MING / EARLY QING DYNASTY

of oval form, the compressed globular body rising from a flat base to rounded shoulders with two hinged arched handles folding to either side of the short raised mouthrim, the well-fitted domed cover intricately pierced with a diapered ground of florettes and quatrefoil motifs, the patina of an attractive warm copper brown colour

There are four minor dents on the edges of the flat base. The pierced cover with a lightly dented area. With occasional pitting and surface wear consistent with age.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."