A LARGE IMPRESSIVE CHINESE ENAMEL ON SILVER METAL EWER
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Late Qing Dynasty (1644–1912). A very large and rare Chinese silver metal and multi-colored enamel wine ewer, the finial in the shape of three lotus flowers in graduating sizes, one on top of the other, the sides with vignettes of flowers and birds in the Chinese classical painting style, the enamels simulating precious stones, the lid with Buddhist symbols. Probably a presentation piece used for special occasions. Height: 21 ½ in. Please note: This piece has not been tested as to the type or quality of its metal. Also, as far as we can determine, it is not marked with any maker's mark. For a similar example of this type of enamel decoration on silver see: • Christie's, London, 4 September 2012, sale 6594, lot 159 (7 ⅜ in. high). For larger pictures, please see our web site. Sterling Traditions Catalog: Chinese Metalware. 纯品 传说 商品目录: 中国的 银
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A LARGE IMPRESSIVE CHINESE ENAMEL ON SILVER METAL EWER
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