VINTAGE 20thC CHINESE SOLID SILVER & ENAMEL EXCEPTIONAL SAKE SET ON TRAY c.1970
20th Century Chinese Solid Silver gilt sake drinking set, comprising of a large ewer, eight goblets and a large tray. Each piece is richly gilt and extremely decorative, part-fluted and chased with scrolling foliate, set with semi-precious turquoises and stunningly cloisonné' enamelled with flowers in high-relief. The large jug has a pull-off lid in the same style, the body is applied with two extraordinary shaded enamelled cats amongst flowers and butterflies, incredible workmanship.
Reference Number: A4567
DESCRIPTION
Exceptional 20th Century magnificent Chinese Solid Silver gilt sake drinking set, comprising of a large ewer, eight goblets and a large tray. Each piece is richly gilt and extremely decorative, part-fluted and chased with scrolling foliate, set with semi-precious turquoises and stunningly cloisonne' enamelled with flowers in high-relief. The large jug has a pull-off lid in the same style, the body is applied with two extraordinary shaded enamelled cats amongst flowers and butterflies, incredible workmanship (no losses or wear, please see pictures). The set is in perfect condition, complete and very rare.
Each part is Hallmarked Chinese silver (stamped SILVER), also hallmarked with French import marks.
CONDITION
In Excellent Condition - No damage.
EWER
Height: 29cm
Width: 20 x 14cm
Weight: 955g
GOBLET
Height (each): 9cm
Width (each): 6cm
Total Weight: 975g
TRAY
Height: 3cm
Width: 50 x 25cm
Weight: 1520g
Combined Silver Weight: 3450g