$2,520
JAPANESE EXPORT SILVER "DRAGON" TEA SERVICE Musashiya, Yokahama. Three pieces, ca. 1900. Elaborately chased bulbous bodies depict, in high relief, whiskered dragons among waves. 5" teapot with dragon spout issues dragon-tail handle, dome lid with integral strainer; 4 1/2" covered sugar bowl with twin dragon handles; 3" cream pitcher has dragon tail handle. Japanese mark for pure silver. On ebonized wood plateau. 40 OT. Pitcher damaged.
Auctioneer:
Rago Auctions
Date:
2008-12-07