Chinese Export Silver Dragon Tea Set c1890 ZEESUNG

Description

CHINESE EXPORT SILVER DRAGON TEA KETTLE                   c1890 42 OUNCES
This is a beautifully hand crafted late 19th century
Chinese export silver
dragon tea kettle
on matching stand
with
burner.
From the well listed shop of
Zeesung.
Known primarily for floral decorated
silver wares,
far less for
dragon theme tea wares such as this.
Period engraved series of Chinese characters on shield.
This c1890 Chinese export silver dragon tea kettle on
matching stand is 13 1/2 inches tall
and the complete set weighs 42 standard ounces.
Hallmarked as shown under base and under two
of the stand feet.
In very, very fine condition.
Rich silver patina.
Retains original hand carved detail.
Handle secure & cover closes flush.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.