16th Sep, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2360
 

2360

A Chinese Export Silver Box
Artisan Workshop Mark of Qi Ji, Retailed by Wang Hing and Company, Hong Kong and Canton, Late19th/Early 20th Century

oblong and with hinged cover, the cover and sides pierced and engraved with dragons among clouds and foliage
16cm wide, 5oz 5dwt, 163gr

Tennants are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his assistance in identifying the marks.

Sold for £380
Estimated at £150 - £250


 

Marked underneath with 'WH' mark; '90' and with artisan's mark. The marks are generally clear. There is some surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a minor softening to the high points.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 16th Sep, 2023

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