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Chinese Export Silver Tea or Coffee Service by ZeeSung

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A three-piece set of Chinese export sterling silver tea or coffee service circa early 20th century. The service consists of a lidded tea or coffee pot, a creamer and a sugar bowl. The surface was beautifully decorated with chased high-relief dragons on a tightly hammered background. The handles were rendered surprisingly in simple plain band, in contrast with the high ornament on the body. There is a shield-shape cartouche on each piece, but there are no initials. The lid and the base are decorated with auspicious cloud pattern. The bases are all marked with two "ZeeSung Silver" and the silversmith's name "Baosheng".
Teapot - H: 6.75" W: 4" L: 8"
Sugar Cellar - H: 4.75" W: 3" L: 4.75"
Creamer - H: 4.5" W: 2.75" L: 4"
Total weight is 708 grams.
Zee Sung was a silversmith and exporter based in Shanghai and was active c. 1910s-1950.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Sterling silver
Condition:	Good. Fine condition with some expected minor wear such as fine scratches and small dings due to contact and polishing. Lid is a bit tight but does close properly.
Creation Date:	early 20thc century
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	601639

Dimensions

W.	16.75 in;	H.	6.75 in;	D.	4.75 in;
W.	42.55 cm;	H.	17.15 cm;	D.	12.07 cm;

Message from Seller:

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