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Antique Chinese Export Silver Vases

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An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Chinese export silver vases; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. These impressive antique Chinese Export silver vases have a circular panelled baluster form. The surface of each vase is embellished with a range of alternating characters marks and floral designs, segmented with an applied scalloped border. Each vase features a tapering cylindrical neck with a flared upper rim. The vases are each fitted with impressive birfuracting loop handles to either side, incorporating a ball motif to the upper terminal. Each vase is supported by a plain spreading foot, accented with a bead decorated border in junction with the vessel. The character hallmarks struck to the rim of the foot include: Maker's mark: HENG LI ?? Assay mark: Tianjin ?? Artisan mark: HE ? (also Tianjin) NOTE: We are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his help in identifying the marks on this exceptional antique piece. Condition These antique Chinese vases are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The engraved decoration is all very crisp. The Chinese hallmarks struck to the collet rim of each foot are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of thee fine examples of antique Chinese silverware. Dimensions Length across handles 9.2cm/3.6" Width 5.3cm/2.1" Height 15.8cm/6.2" Weight 9.9 troy ounces/308g Date: Circa 1920 Origin: Tianjin, China Maker: Heng Li.
  • Creator:
    Heng Li (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.2 in (15.75 cm)Diameter: 3.6 in (9.15 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Please see main description,.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C66581stDibs: LU1200227895302
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