Antique Chinese Export Silver Blossoming Branch Bowl

Chinese export silver bowl, ca 1920. Round and curved; exterior has applied blossoming prunus branches with perched birds, and applied rondel (vacant). Foot ring with four leafing scroll supports. Gilt interior. Detachable carved rosewood stand. Hong Kong workshop stamp (Yong Sheng Long) as well as retailers stamp for Taylor & Co, which had shops in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Tianjin (formerly Tientsin), where were located the concessions (the foreign-controlled territories conceded by the Chinese government). Very good condition. Dimensions: Bowl: H 3 1/2 x D 6 in. H (with stand): 5 1/2 in. Weight (silver only): 11 troy ounces. #CA704

Estimate:£2,459.69

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