ANTIQUE 19THC CHINESE EXPORT SOLID SILVER MASSIVE DRAGON BOWL, LUEN WO C1890
19th Century Chinese Export silver cetrepiece bowl on a stand, the massive body is applied with a cast dragon in high relief, it rests on three large and finely crafted dragons holding the pearl of wisdom in their mouth.
Hallmarked Chinese silver (900+ standard), Mark "LW" for Luen Wo.
Reference Number: A3313
DESCRIPTION
Antique 19th Century exceptionally rare and large Chinese Export solid silver cetrepiece bowl on a stand, the massive body is applied with a cast dragon in high relief, it rests on three large and finely crafted dragons holding the pearl of wisdom in their mouth.
The bowl features a most unusual and impressive size and weight, very rare in Chinese Export Silver, the craftmanship is exceptionally fine.
The base is Hallmarked Chinese silver (tested is 900+ standard), Mark "LW" for Luen Wo, one of the most important retail silversmiths active in Shanghai from 1880, for more information please see A. Von Ferscht, Chinese Export Silver 1785-1940, 4th edition 2015.
CONDITION
In Great condition - No damage.
SIZE
Total Heigh (on stand): 28cm
Height (without stand): 21cm
Width (max): 32cm
Silver Weight: 2200g