$1,500
Wang Hing & Co. (Chinese (Hong Kong), late 19th/ early 20th century). A Chinese export 900 silver tankard or mug with intricate decoration in relief, the tapering cylindrical body with an elaborate continuous figural scene on tondo depicting many courtly figures in an outdoor garden surrounded by traditional Chinese architecture and trees, the mug with a serpentine dragon form handle to one side attached at rim and just above foot, with gold wash interior. Underside with impressed "HM" beside "90" and calligraphic cartouche. Approximate height 4.75", width across handle 5.5", diameter of foot 3.25". Approximate weight 8.5 troy ounces.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2016-05-01
