Luen Wo Asian Art and Furniture

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver bowl; an addition to our Asian silverware collection This exceptional Chinese Export Silver bowl has a circular form onto a plain circular spreading foot. The body of this antique silver bowl is embellished with exceptional chased traditional oriental figural and structural designs, all on a matte background; it can be determined that such a frieze of figures relates to a historical event or folklore. The decoration to the body incorporates two cast and applied handpieces, modelled in the form of figural masks. The upper portion of this impressive bowl is encircled with a plain applied moulded border to the rim. The Chinese silver hallmarks struck to the surface of the foot include: Maker's mark: Luen Wo Artisan Workshop mark: XIONG SHENG, Shanghai Note: We are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his help in identifying the hallmarks of this exceptional antique piece. Condition This antique Asian silver bowl is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The chased decoration is all very sharp. The CES hallmarks struck to the surface of the foot are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Dimensions Diameter of rim 27cm/10.6" Width across handpieces 28.2cm/11.1" Height 14.7cm/5.8" Weight 40.4 troy ounces/1258g Maker: Luen Wo Date: Circa 1900 Origin: Shanghai, China Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique silver Chinese...

An exceptional, fine, large and impressive Chinese Export silver mug; an addition to our oriental silverware collection This exceptional and large antique Chinese Export silver mug has a tapering cylindrical form. The surface of this mug is embellished with chased decoration depicting Asian figures amidst a classic oriental village setting, performing chores and meditating in prayer. The ornamentation to the mug incorporates an applied shield shaped cartouche ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription 'Chefoo Races 1893, Aubrey N Beauclerk, Winner of five races (including Champions) on "Bunkum", "Rag", "Bobtail" from M. Boyd Beedon'. The upper and lower portions of the mug are encircled with plain applied moulded decoration. This large Chinese silver mug is fitted with a very impressive cast and applied handle realistically modelled in the form of a three dimensional dragon, with splayed legs in junction with the body. This large ornamental handle is embellished with cast details reproducing the dragon's scales, whiskers and anatomical features. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this exceptional Chinese Export Silver (CES) mug include: Maker's mark: Luen Wo Character mark: Untraced This mug has a double skin, as to be expected for this type of high quality silverware; such large examples of antique Chinese mugs...

Chinese solid silver talcum powder dispenser, Luen Wo, Shanghai, circa 1900. Decorated to either side with flowering chrysanthemum, on a stippled ground....

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver jewelry box; an addition to our collection of boxes and cases. This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) box has a rounded rectangular form. The surface of the box has a textured finish and is embellished with simplistic engraved bordered panels to each side. This antique silver box is fitted with the original hinged cover, ornamented with an applied central vacant rectangular cartouche. The body of this fine 1900s jewelry box retains the original cedar wood lining, with a bespoke navy blue velvet fitment; this versatile box could be used as a trinket or jewelry box. The box features a solid silver base which is plain and unembellished, apart from the feature hallmarks; a solid silver base is a sign of quality. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include: Maker's mark: LUENWO (Luen Wo) Character mark: Untraced Luen Wo was an important retailing silversmith operating out of Shanghai. His craftsmanship shows very high quality and equals the standards of Wang Hing, in Canton. Condition This antique Chinese box...

A wonderful Chinese export silver spill vase or bud vase with bamboo and dragon motifs, by Luen Wo, late 19th or early 20th century, circa 1900, China. The Chinese export silver s...

Antique early-20th century rare Chinese export solid silver impressively large, five-piece tea set, comprising of a hot water kettle on stand, teapot, covered sugar bowl, milk jug an...