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Antique 20thC Chinese Solid Silver Dragon Cigar Box, Shanghai, Zeewo c.1900

$6,861.61
£4,995VAT Included
€5,951.13
CA$9,629.69
A$9,761.64
CHF 5,552.13
MX$118,826.67
NOK 65,121.10
SEK 65,280.26
DKK 44,484.69

About the Item

Antique 20th Century Chinese solid silver cigar box featuring a smooth, slightly textured hand hammered surface on all sides and a striking high-relief dragon on the lid and sides. On the front of the box a thumbpiece is mounted in the center. Upon opening the box, the interior is fully lined with dark wood, including the base. Hallmarked on the base "ZEEWO" (Zee Wo & Company) originating from 370 Honan Road - Shanghai. Zee Wo was a retail silversmith which had the ability and flexibility to create good quality “commercial” items as well as high quality wares alongside. From surviving work, it is easy to identify certain decorative treatments that were obviously synonymous with the Zee Wo name. Zee Wo is one of the few Chinese retail silversmiths that didn’t evolve one definitive style. As a result, it is quite difficult to recognise a piece of Zee Wo silver without looking at the silver marks. There was a tendency for a liking of the neo-classical style which was then embellished with traditional Chinese decorative motifs, as well as taking inspiration from Japanese designs as is evident with this cigar box. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 8 cm // 3.15 inches Width: 24 cm // 9.45 inches Depth: 18 cm // 7.09 inches Weight: 1400 grams
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 7.09 in (18 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J115171stDibs: LU1348247068712

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