$1,007
Five Chinese Export Silver Beakers, late 19th/early 20th century, one marked for Hung Chong and Co. , designs of dragons and cloudwork, monogram; one marked for Cumshing, single dragon on a plain ground, monogram; the others all with character marks, variously decorated with figural or dragon scenes, two with presentation inscription "Schutzenkorps Kiautschou", ht. 3 1/8 to 4 7/8 in. Two with discoloration and minor pitting; Cumshing example with minor denting near base; all with age typical defects.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2008-04-10