A large Chinese Export Silver Bowl with chrysanthemum decoration on a matte background. It was retailed by HC, for Hung Chong “鸿昌”, whose shop was in Shanghai between around 1870-1949. The bowl sits on a wood stand.
Hung Chong was one of the first and longest-lasting Cantonese western style silver retailers in Shanghai. There were many silversmiths associated with the firm of Hung Chong and the silversmith of this piece is 厚祥 (Hou Xiang).
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Creator:Hung Chong & Co.(Retailer)
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Dimensions:Height: 6.89 in (17.5 cm)Width: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Depth: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)
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Style:Chinese Export(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:Silver
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Place of Origin:China
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1895
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:London, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: 1405169755158
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