Bowl - .900 silver - SUPERB Solid Silver
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A Chinese export silver dragon bowl in 900 silver from the late Qing dynasty (c. 1860–1900), weighing 432 g with a 16.8 cm diameter and 8.8 cm height, finely pierced and chased with coiling dragons among cloud scrolls, featuring private-monogram armorial cartouches and underside stamps KC with maker’s mark 求記.
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A finely worked Chinese export silver reticulated dragon bowl, dating to the late Qing 19th century, circa 1860–1900. The bowl is elaborately pierced and chased with coiling dragons amongst dense cloud scrolls, with exceptionally detailed scales, expressive dragon heads and fine openwork throughout.
Of particular interest are the armorial-style shield cartouches, engraved with a private monogram, strongly suggesting that the bowl was specially commissioned for an individual or family rather than produced as a standard commercial piece.
The underside is stamped “KC” together with the Chinese maker’s mark 求記, as shown in the photographs. A substantial and highly decorative example of Chinese export silver, combining fine late-Qing workmanship with a distinctive private-commission character.
Condition:
Excellent antique condition, with only light surface wear consistent with age.
Size:
Weight: 432 g
Diameter 16.8 cm x Height 8.8 cm
A finely worked Chinese export silver reticulated dragon bowl, dating to the late Qing 19th century, circa 1860–1900. The bowl is elaborately pierced and chased with coiling dragons amongst dense cloud scrolls, with exceptionally detailed scales, expressive dragon heads and fine openwork throughout.
Of particular interest are the armorial-style shield cartouches, engraved with a private monogram, strongly suggesting that the bowl was specially commissioned for an individual or family rather than produced as a standard commercial piece.
The underside is stamped “KC” together with the Chinese maker’s mark 求記, as shown in the photographs. A substantial and highly decorative example of Chinese export silver, combining fine late-Qing workmanship with a distinctive private-commission character.
Condition:
Excellent antique condition, with only light surface wear consistent with age.
Size:
Weight: 432 g
Diameter 16.8 cm x Height 8.8 cm
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
432 g
Silver type
.900 silver
Title additional information
SUPERB Solid Silver
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
China
Material
Silver
Dynastic style/period
Qing dynasty (Manchu China) (1692-1911)
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
8.8 cm
Sold with stand
No
Width
16.8 cm
Depth
16.8 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
