ANTIQUE 20thC CHINESE EXPORT SOLID SILVER KETTLE ON STAND, SUN SHING c.1900
Antique early 20th Century Chinese export solid silver tea kettle on stand, the body chased in relief with floral decoration, the domed lids mounted with a bamboo finial. The kettle is suspended on a stylised, well constructed bamboo stand, with a removable functioning burner. One side a circular cartouche inscribed 'PRESENTED TO MR. & MRS. A. H. SKELTON BY THE STAFF OF L. C. & CO. HONG KONG 22ND MAY 1906'. The kettle is large, heavy and very well crafted, by one of the most outstanding Chinese silversmiths & retailers. Hallmarked with Chinese character marks and retailers mark SS for Sun Shing.
Reference Number: A8536
DESCRIPTION
Antique early 20th Century Chinese export solid silver tea kettle on stand, the body chased in relief with floral decoration, the domed lids mounted with a bamboo finial. The kettle is suspended on a stylised, well constructed bamboo stand, with a removable functioning burner. One side a circular cartouche inscribed 'PRESENTED TO MR. & MRS. A. H. SKELTON BY THE STAFF OF L. C. & CO. HONG KONG 22ND MAY 1906'. The kettle is large, heavy and very well crafted, by one of the most outstanding Chinese silversmiths & retailers. Hallmarked with Chinese character marks and retailers mark SS for Sun Shing.
CONDITION
In Great Condition - No Damage.
SIZE
KETTLE
Height: 33cm
Width: 20 x 18cm
Weight: 1115g