$1,541
Five Chinese Export Silver Vases, late 19th/early 20th century, one marked for Sunshing, depicting three cranes with beaks inside the vessel, circular foot; a pair of trumpet-shaped vases, marked WC and with character mark, decorated with peonies, circular weighted base; one baluster shaped with four character mark, shallow engraved decoration with figures and foliage; and a trumpet-shaped vase, possibly Wang Hing, repousse decoration of dragons, ht. 6 5/8 to 8 3/8 in., approx. 23 troy oz. weighable silver. Baluster example with dented and crimped lip and denting near foot; first example with corrosion and discoloration by feet of cranes; all with age typical minor defects and wear.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2008-04-10
