A Chinese silver tea service, Kwan Wo, Canton and Hong Kong, circa 1900
Lot Closed
August 12, 03:18 PM GMT
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
A Chinese silver tea service Kwan Wo, Canton and Hong Kong circa 1900
circular with simulated bamboo handles and finials, hinged covers, each engraved with four Chinese characters, comprising: tea kettle with swing handle and burner stand, teapot and sugar bowl with detachable cover, ivory insulators
kettle 32cm., 13in. high over handle
1792gr. 57oz. 12dwt.
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