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CHINA EXPORT 1875 Antique Tall Compote With Mythological Dragon-Fish In Sterling
$2,998
£2,288.96
€2,644.87
CA$4,208.62
A$4,690.95
CHF 2,461.18
MX$57,284.15
NOK 31,163.90
SEK 29,454.63
DKK 19,739.84
About the Item
Chinese export tall tazza in silver by Hung Chong (circa 1830-1925).
This is an impressive Chinese Export tall compote tazza created in the 19th Century, circa 1875. Masterfully crafted in solid silver in a round form resting on a mythical dragon, the bowl is finely and profusely chased with figures in a landscape, dragons, flowers and bamboo leaves. Hallmarked with Chinese silver, and the maker;s mark "HC". The mark "HC" on this Chinese export silver indicates that the item was made by Hung Chong, a silversmithing business in Shanghai, China.
Hung Chong & Co.
They was a prominent Chinese silversmith and retailer, based in Shanghai and operating between 1830 and 1925. The maker is renowned and celebrated for its ultimately elaborated designs and unusual shapes of the pieces. His retail business didn’t specialize only in high quality silver tableware, they also dealt in blackwood furniture of unsurpassed quality and elegant design, as well as exquisite embroideries and splendid silk. Fine and extremely delicate, silver pieces by Hung Chong & Co had always attracted customers’ attention from all over the world. The manufacturer's laconic design stood out and could be easily recognized thanks to the special technique the pieces were made in: tableware, jewellery caskets and boxes by Hung Chong & Co were often richly decorated with floral motifs made with repoussé relief details. Hung Chong & Co remains one of the most important silversmiths on the Chinese export market, their pieces are the right items to buy for a special occasion, as they are synonymous with opulence, exquisiteness and elegance. Silverware by Hung Chong & Co is still in high demand: most rare pieces are sought by private collectors all over the world, whilst the most precious and unique items are displayed in world’s most famous museums, including the Huntington Museum of Art, West Virginia, USA.
Country: Imperial China.
Period: Qing Dynasty, export, 1875.
Weight: 426.95 Grams, (273.70 Dwt).
Measurements: Height 159 mm by Diameter 209.5 mm (6.25 x 8.25 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with Chinese marks; the maker's mark associated to Hung Chong & Co., the mark for the assay and warranty of the silver and signed as follows,"HC".
Condition: The overall condition of this Chinese export compote by Hung Chong is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver and all parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D032925MANM/12.65
- Creator:Hung Chong & Co. (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Diameter: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
- Style:Chinese Export (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1870-1879
- Date of Manufacture:1875
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this Chinese export compote by Hung Chong is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver and all parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:Seller: D032925MANM/12.651stDibs: LU8303244612262
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