$5,333
Four Pieces of Chinese Export Silver Tableware, mid-19th century, a large footed cup, Khecheong, Canton, the bell-shaped bowl applied to base with bamboo stems, raised on three oar-form supports, on domed foot, ht. 10 1/2; and three Cutshing pieces: a pair of open salts, rectangular, with scalloped rims, sides with navettes enclosing figures, lg. 3 1/8, and a pitcher, ovoid, decorated with similar navettes centered by figures at various pursuits, loop handle, ht. 10 in., approx. 52 troy oz. salts with some interior corrosionand wear to details of surface decoration. Pitcher with possible repairs at waist; handle somewhat loose, with chip out of one heat stop. Monogrammed EC at neck. a few light surface nicks. cup with slight bends to edge of rim of bowl. all with some overall minor age/usage wear.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-10-02
