Three Pieces of Chinese Export Silver

Description:

Three Pieces of Chinese Export Silver, Shanghai, early 20th century, Zee Sung, maker, two clothes brushes, each with a dragon centering a monogrammed cartouche, lg. 4 7/8; and a bowl with leafy bamboo sprays and an engraved cartouche on a stippled ground, dia. 8 1/8 in., approx. 30.9 troy oz. total (including brush bristles).
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Bowl in good overall condition with only one small section of foot with scattered nicks. Brushes with minor age-related wear.


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