Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case, Shanghai Retailed By Tuck Chang, Dragons
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:15288960 | Product: Cigarette/ Vesta Cases |
Pattern: Dragon | Style: Chinese |
Composition: Solid Silver | Age: 1900-1940 |
Brand: Tuck Chang |
it is of curved rectangular form, the front has an embossed Chinese dragon among clouds, with a vacant shield shaped cartouche
the reverse is of peony flowers against a matted ground.
the embossed decoration on both sides is really good quality and has been well executed.
Gilt interior
with elastic bands.
Marked to the inside of the spri...ng withe a Chinese character mark (for the maker) and the retailers stamp for Tuck Chang & Co who at 67 Broadway, Shanghai
Condition - there are a few light knocks to the outside but these are minor. Some discoloration to the interior. Marks are fine. Closes tightly.
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