Lot 276
2 Chinese Export Silver Dragon Covered Box, ROC P.
Passed
Starting Bid: $250
Est.
$500 - $600
Live Auction
Asian Works of Art & Muilti Estate Sale
Description
Two Chinese export silver dragon covered boxes, dating from the Republic period. Larger box is squat and has rounded sides and cover with rim that extends over the neck, high relief dragon design on cover and sides. Smaller box is straight sided and also dragon design throughout. both cover incised with "To Anny From Ray 1939" in the center, seems to be some kind of gift Each box has an incised stamps on the base "Tehling" and two other small stamps. Larger: 4 1/2" (11.4 cm) Smaller: 2 3/4" (7 cm) Provenance: from a private Maryland collector Condition: good condition overall with age related wear and oxidation to the silver
Condition
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