ANTIQUE 20thC CHINESE EXPORT SOLID SILVER PRESENTATION KORO CUP & COVER c.1900
20th Century Chinese Export Silver two-handled presentation cup and cover, unusually modelled as a Chinese Koro, two elongated handles, the sides are further handles realistically modelled as fish, the domed cover surmounted by an eagle and ball finial, resting on three figural feet.
REFERENCE NUMBER: A2844
DESCRIPTION
Antique 20th Century rare and magnificent Chinese Export Solid Silver two-handled presentation cup and cover, unusually modelled as a Chinese Koro, two elongated handles, the sides are further handles realistically modelled as fish, the domed cover surmounted by an eagle and ball finial, resting on three figural feet.
The body is decorated with birds amongst foliage and shaped cartouches, the front bearing the original memorial inscription "MR & MRS SMALLEY, HOME SWEET HOME, FROM Y.W. CHOW".
The piece appears to be unmarked, is typically Chinese Export period, year 1890-1920.
CONDITION
In Great condition - No damage, just general wear.
SIZE
Height: 34.5cm
Width: 25.5 x 16.5cm
Silver Weight: 1110g