Bidspirit auction | CHINA EXPORT 1875 Antique Compote

CHINA EXPORT 1875 Antique Compote With Mythological Dragon-Fish In Sterling - This is an impressive Chinese Export tall compote tazza created in the 19th Century, circa 1875. Masterfully crafted in solid silver in a round form resting on a mythical dragon, the bowl is finely and profusely chased with figures in a landscape, dragons, flowers and bamboo leaves. Hallmarked with Chinese silver, and the maker;s mark ”HC”. The mark ”HC” on this Chinese export silver indicates that the item was made by Hung Chong, a silversmithing business in Shanghai, China. Weight: 426.95 Grams, (273.70 Dwt). Measurements: Height 159 mm by Diameter 209.5 mm (6.25 x 8.25 Inches). Condition: The overall condition of this Chinese export compote by Hung Chong is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver and all parts are secured in the settings.