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Antique Chinese Export Silver Dragon Epergne Flower Vase by Kwan Wo

$2,400
£1,812.66
€2,094.90
CA$3,366.37
A$3,743.73
CHF 1,959.67
MX$45,668.91
NOK 24,623.94
SEK 23,162
DKK 15,637.09

About the Item

A fine antique Chinese Export silver epergne or flower vase. By Kwan Wo of Canton and Hong Kong (active ca. 1875 - 1940). The epergne with 4 horn shaped, tapered arms or vases, a round silver plinth, and a wooden base. Each arm with an applied dragon in relief - the central and largest dragon is the only one to hold a flaming pearl. One arm is removable. Marked to the side of the base. Simply a wonderful Chinese silver vase! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is some persistent tarnish (or solder remnants) at the joint of the vases and base, some light edge wear throughout, wear to the wooden foot, and a small casting flaw to the underside of one of the 3 exterior vases. Maker: Kwan Wo Fineness: Unmarked for fineness. Likely .900 fine. Measurements: Height: ca. 12 1/8 in. Width: ca. 6 in. Depth: ca. 5 7/8 in. Weight: ca. 513.8 g (including base) Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    Kwan Wo (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.13 in (30.82 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 5.88 in (14.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is some persistent tarnish (or solder remnants) at the joint of the vases and base, some light edge wear throughout, wear to the wooden foot, and a small casting flaw to the underside of one of the 3 exterior vases.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 7252025145535DIINVBFJL25_RXX1stDibs: LU1610246238862

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