Chinese Export Silver Dragon Teapot C1875 CHONG WOO
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:44550002 | Region of Origin: China |
| Maker: Chong Woo | Age: 1850-1899 |
| Original/Reproduction: Antique Original | Primary Material: Sterling Silver |
CHINESE EXPORT SILVER DRAGON TEAPOT c1875 CHONG WOO, HONG KONG
A beautifully hand crafted,
c1875
Chinese export silver
dragon in streaming flames
bamboo handle and spot
teapot.
The following information thanks to the China trade silver scholar
Mr. Adrien von Ferscht.
This teapot is hallmarked
in English
Chong Woo, whose real name was
<...br>Chiu Yu Tin.
He opened his shop in 1853 in Hong Kong,
becoming one of the most influential trade silver merchants of
the second half of the 19th century.
For price comparison:
Pushkin Antiques in London offers a three piece set
from Chong Woo for
3595 GBP or $4800. USD
Our Chong Woo dragon teapot is offered for
$2600. Buy Now
$20. open and
No Reserve.
Never monogrammed
This c1875 Chinese export silver dragon tea pot is 9 1/2 inches handle tospout and weighs 20 1/2 standard ounces.
Hallmarked as shown, Chong Woo was the merchant, signed characters likely the actual maker of the dragon teapot.
In very fine condition.Rich sterling patina.Retains original detail.Handle secure.Cover closes flush.
Sells worldwide.
Applicable sales tax.
