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Antique 20th Century Rare Chinese Export Solid Silver Dragon Mug, Shan Ji c.1900

About the Item

Antique 20th Century Chinese Export solid silver mug, tapering form, the sides are beautifully decorated in relief with a scene of warriors in combat, very crisp and detailed, centering a blank, shaped cartouche. The handle is beautifully modelled like a dragon. The base is Hallmarked Chinese Export silver (acid tested shows a 900+ silver standard), Maker's mark 善記 (Shan Ji). A Hong Kong based workshop active circa 1900. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 9.56cm // 3.8 inches Width: 10cm // 3.9 inches Depth: 6.25cm // 2.5 inches Weight: 157g // 5.0 ozt
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.77 in (9.56 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 2.47 in (6.25 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A110581stDibs: LU1348244842202

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