Chinese Dragon Solid Silver Mirror Frame Canton Qing Marked Luen Wo Late 19th C
Product info
Inventory Code:
INV3520
Period:
Qing - Guangxu 1875–1908
Origin:
Chinese
Material:
Porcelain
Subject:
Mirror
Colour:
Silver
Dimension:
Height Approx. 1.5 cm Diameter Approx. 12 cm
Condition:
GOOD ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Light surface wear and patina consistent with age; no structural damage observed. Please review the photos carefully for more details.
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🌟 Product Details
| 🆔 Inventory Code | INV3520 |
|---|---|
| Ⓜ️ Material | Solid Silver |
| 🏳️ Origin | China – Canton (Guangzhou) |
| 🏛️ Period | Qing Dynasty – Late 19th Century |
| 🅂 Subject | High relief Dragon motifs amid scrolling clouds with auspicious symbols |
| 🏷️ Marked | Luen Wo (Canton silver mark) |
| 📜 Description | Finely worked Chinese Silver mirror frame of circular form, richly decorated with dynamic Dragon imagery in high relief. The openwork border displays traditional cloud scrolls and auspicious elements, showcasing the skilled hand-chasing typical of Canton Silver production. The frame retains its original easel-style stand and red felt backing. Collector’s Notes: Canton silver from the late Qing Dynasty was highly prized for export and domestic use. Workshops such as Luen Wo were known for elaborate repoussé decoration and bold mythological subjects. Dragon imagery symbolises imperial power, strength, and prosperity, making pieces like this especially desirable to collectors. |