ANTIQUE 19thC CHINESE RARE SOLID SILVER CALLIGRAPHY BRUSH CASE c.1880

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19th Century Chinese silver brush case, elongated pebble shaped, decorated in repousse' high relief, on very finely tooled matted ground, depicting various calligraphy brushes, suggesting the cases purpose. The case is of heavy gauge and very well crafted.

REFERENCE NUMBER: A4777

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DESRIPTION

Antique 19th Century rare Chinese solid silver brush case, elongated pebble shaped, decorated in repousse' high relief, on very finely tooled matted ground, depicting various calligraphy brushes, suggesting the cases purpose. The case is of heavy gauge and very well crafted. Unmarked (tested 900+ standard), undoubtedly made by a fine silversmith for the Chinese market. For more information please see A.Von Ferscht, Chinese Export Silver 1785-1940, 4th edition 2015.

CONDITION

In Great Condition - No Damage.


SIZE

Height: 14cm
Width: 5 x 3cm
Weight: 100g