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Chinese Export Silver Picture Frames
- This remarkably rare pair of picture frames is a stunning example of Chinese export silver
- Their graceful oval forms are decorated in a stunning chrysanthemum pattern on a matted ground
- Intricate borders of trailing vines and leaves enclose the exquisite pieces
- Charming and beautifully handcrafted, pieces of Chinese export silver are highly prized
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Beginning in the 18th century, silver workshops in China specialized in the manufacture of silver export pieces for Western audiences. Typically bearing motifs that were popular. . .
Beginning in the 18th century, silver workshops in China specialized in the manufacture of silver export pieces for Western audiences. Typically bearing motifs that were popular amongst Americans and Europeans such as dragons, bamboo and floral patterns, these charming pieces were all beautifully handcrafted with the utmost skill. Today, important pieces of Chinese export silver such as this one can be found in many of the major museum collections, and are highly valued amongst collectors.
One features the mark of Cum Wo, Hong Kong, circa 1840-1910, the other the mark of Luen Wo, Shanghai, circa 1880-1925
Late 19th/Early 20th century
11 7/8" diameter x 1" deep
| Maker: | Wo, Luen |
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | Asia |
| Type: | Others |
| Style: | Art Nouveau |
| Diameter: | 11.88 in. |
| Depth: | 9.0 in. (22.86 cm) |
| Width: | 11.88 in. (30.16 cm) |
| Height: | 12.0 in. (30.48 cm) |
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