DESCRIPTION

Antique early-18th Century extremely rare Chinese Kangxi period solid silver box, fan shaped, decorated in repousse' high relief, on very finely tooled matted and gilded ground, chased on top and engraved on the sides with pagodas and birds amidst prunus and flower. The box is of heavy gauge and very well crafted. Unmarked (tested 900+ standard), Kangxi silver would not technically be made for Chinese export, hence why the silver of this period was not marked. For more information please see A.Von Ferscht, Chinese Export Silver 1785-1940, 4th edition 2015, page 98.

CONDITION

In Great Condition - No Damage.

SIZE

Height: 2.6cm
Width: 9 x 5cm
Weight: 235g

REFERENCE NUMBER: A4773