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Antique Chinese Silver Battle Mug with Dramatic Dragon Handle

Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Chinese silver mug, ca 1865. Straight and upward tapering sides with dense low-relief frieze: Spearmen and swordsmen on foot and horse thrust and lunge and, in some cases, fall in battle. Applied armorial shield with engraved presentation dated “May 4th 1865”. S-scroll handle in form of scaly dragon with horned head peering over rim. Marked. Very good condition with deep patina.

Overall dimensions: H 5 1/4 x W 5 1/4 x D 3 1/4 in. Weight: 10.8 troy ounces. #BX464

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BX464
Incollect Reference #:	741142

Dimensions

W.	5.25 in;	H.	5.25 in;	D.	3.25 in;
W.	13.34 cm;	H.	13.34 cm;	D.	8.26 cm;

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