Chinese Export Silver Center Bowl

Description:

Chinese Export Silver Center Bowl, Shanghai, late 19th/early 20th century, Hung Chong & Co., maker, circular, with a beaded rim, two acanthus-capped handles, and six registers each featuring a different floral motif to body, lg. handle to handle 14 in., approx. 31.1 troy oz.
Estimate $400-600

Scattered minor dents particularly along outermost edge, light surface wear, one handle joint pushed into body slightly.


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