Fine Silver & Objects of Vertu - 26th October 2016

Lot 881

A 19th century Chinese export silver goblet

Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £1100

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Description

A 19th century Chinese export silver goblet,

by Wang Hing, Hong Kong, circa 1891,

tapering circular bowl, with bamboo and bird decoration on a matted background, the bowl supported by three simulated bamboo supports, on a raised circular foot, inscribed 'To J.C. Watson, from English Indian and Chinese Friends, Hong Kong 1891', height 19.8cm, approx. weight 11.8oz.