Silver, Vertu, Coins & Medals - 14th and 15th July - 14th July 2015

Lot 570

λA Chinese silver kettle on stand

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £1600

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Description

λA Chinese silver kettle on stand,

by Tuck Chang, also marked with Chinese characters,

circular form, embossed with bamboo decoration on a matted background, simulated bamboo swing-handle with ivory insulators, on a bamboo frame with a burner, inscribed 'Presented to J. Shaw Esq. By members of 'Y.L.B.C' on his retirement from Shanghai May 1926', height 34cm, approx. weight 43oz.