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Large Chinese Export Silver Bowl

About the Item

A large Chinese Export Silver Bowl with chrysanthemum decoration on a matte background. It was retailed by HC, for Hung Chong "鸿昌", whose shop was in Shanghai between around 1870-1949. The bowl sits on a wood stand. Hung Chong was one of the first and longest-lasting Cantonese western style silver retailers in Shanghai. There were many silversmiths associated with the firm of Hung Chong and the silversmith of this piece is 厚祥 (Hou Xiang).
  • Creator:
    Hung Chong & Co. (Retailer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Width: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Depth: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1895
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: 1405169755158

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