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Chinese Export Silver Beaker, Tu Qing Yun, Jiujiang, Circa 1890

Lot Closed

January 23, 05:20 PM GMT

Estimate

3,000 - 5,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Chinese Export Silver Beaker, Tu Qing Yun, Jiujiang, Circa 1890

the sides chased with rococo cartouches enclosing important landmarks of New York City, including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and New York City Hall, mark on base translates to Tu Qing Yun

5 oz

155.5 g

height 3 3/4 in.

9.5 cm

The dates of each of these New York City landmarks offers a clue to the date of construction: Statue of Liberty opened in 1886, Brooklyn Bridge opened in 1883, St. Patrick's Cathedral opened in 1879, and New York City Hall opened in 1812.

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