Sold for:
$10,665
$10,665
Chinese Export Silver Trophy Cup, late 19th/early 20th century, unmarked, the bell-shaped cup chased and embossed with a continuous scene of warriors on horseback, and noblemen before a fortified gate, with central ovoid cartouche engraved with trophy inscription of the "Lucullus Cup," with dragon-form loop handles, on baluster stem with bamboo banding, and domed foot with bands of bamboo and chrysanthemums, ht. 12 in., approx. 48 troy oz. a few light nicks at rim. join of foot to base showing slight compression, with resultant small metal tears. unmarked. inscription: "Lucullus Cup won by Mr Boo's Vitiges."
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-10-02
