A Chinese export solid silver dragon box, crafted circa 18801920 for the Western market. Made from heavy-gauge silver (900 purity), the rectangular form with rounded corners is decorated in chased and repoussé work. The lid depicts two dragons in high relief pursuing the flaming pearl on a stippled ground, with a vacant oval cartouche for personalisation. The interior is lined with dark wood (professionally restored).
Dimensions -
Length: 33.7 cm
Depth: 23 cm
Height: 23 cm
Weight: 5272 grams
Specifications -
Origin: China (export silver)
Date: Circa 18801920
Material: Solid silver (900 purity) with wood-lined interior
Decoration: Chased and repoussé dragons in high relief with flaming pearl motif
Features: Vacant cartouche on lid; professionally restored interior lining
Hallmarks: Unmarked (typical of export silver)
Condition -
Pearl silver
A Chinese export solid silver dragon box, crafted circa 18801920 for the Western market. Made from heavy-gauge silver (900 purity), the rectangular form with rounded corners is decorated in chased and repoussé work. The lid depicts two dragons in high relief pursuing the flaming pearl on a stippled ground, with a vacant oval cartouche for personalisation. The interior is lined with dark wood (professionally restored).
Dimensions -
Length: 33.7 cm
Depth: 23 cm
Height: 23 cm
Weight: 5272 grams
Specifications -
Origin: China (export silver)
Date: Circa 18801920
Material: Solid silver (900 purity) with wood-lined interior
Decoration: Chased and repoussé dragons in high relief with flaming pearl motif
Features: Vacant cartouche on lid; professionally restored interior lining
Hallmarks: Unmarked (typical of export silver)
Condition -
Pearl silver
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