$2,963
Three Chinese Export Silver Mugs, mid to late 19th century, all tapered cylindrical form with double-walled construction, with chased and embossed decoration, a Khecheong, Canton, decorated with fruiting grapevines and with crabstock handle, ht. 4, a Hung Chong, Canton/Shanghai, with battling figures, and acanthus ear handle, ht. 5, and one with maker's mark SH or HS, with panels of dragons, koi, figures, and birds, with dragon-form handle, ht. 4 1/2 in., approx. 20 troy oz. Khecheong: age wear, including wear to surface decoration and small presentation roundel from cleaning. ("From Godpapa") Hung Chong: small spot of repair to outer surface near base of handle. small ding to monogrammed roundel. light dings to interior. HS/SH: light rim dent. engraving removal to shield. minor wear to surface decoration. all with some overall minor age wear.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-10-02
