FINE CHINESE EXPORT SILVER TRAY, TU MAO XING OF JIUJIANG LAT...

Estimate

£3,000 - £5,000

FINE CHINESE EXPORT SILVER TRAY, TU MAO XING OF JIUJIANG
LATE QING DYNASTY
of canted rectangular form, the simulated bamboo handles and rim enclosing a chased and embossed border of scaly dragons, warriors and longevity symbols, the central medallion depicting a dragon chasing a flaming pearl amidst clouds and flame scrolls, makers mark to underside 
49cm wide 
2043 grams
65.6 troy ozs. 

NOTE: a teapot by the same makers sold at Christie's, Chinese Ceramics, Works of Art and Textiles, 12th May 2017, lot 310

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Good overall appearance
Some pitting and surface scratches with age and use