ANTIQUE 19thC CHINESE SOLID SILVER VASE, HENG LI, TIANJIN c.1890
19th Century Chinese solid silver vase, of unusual shape, the sides are embossed with blooming chrysanthemums and the front with a large vacant shield shaped cartouche, terminating with an unusual ball shaped neck and applied with twin scrolled handles. The vase is of large size and features stunning workmanship.
Hallmarked with Chinese marks (tested 900+ standard), Retailer HENG LI 恒利, Silversmith JU 聚, operating in TIANJIN (1870-1937).
Reference Number: B6424
DESCRIPTION
Antique late-19th Century Chinese solid silver vase, of unusual shape, the sides are embossed with blooming chrysanthemums and the front with a large vacant shield shaped cartouche, terminating with an unusual ball shaped neck and applied with twin scrolled handles. The vase is of large size and features stunning workmanship. Hallmarked with Chinese marks (tested 900+ standard), Retailer HENG LI 恒利, Silversmith JU 聚, operating in TIANJIN (1870-1937), also marked with a later French import mark (swan).
For more information please see A. Von Ferscht, Chinese Export Silver 1785-1940, 4th edition 2015.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - No Damage.
SIZE
Height: 30cm
Width: 12cm
Weight: 435g