TWO SPHERICAL PIERCED AND ENGRAVED BRASS HAND WARMERS OR ROLLING LAMPS (2)
Probably Indian, 19th Century
Each nozzle or reservoir on gimbal support mechanism, 10.5cm diameter
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£80 - £120
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Hammer price:
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£550 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
These are known as hand warmers - traditionally a small quantity of smouldering charcoal was held in the cup and kept level by the gimbals.
Provenance: Shakenhurst Hall, Cleobury Mortimer. For further information please refer to the Bellmans website article: Shakenhurst Hall- An English Country House Collection
