Chinese Dragon Solid Silver Mirror Frame Canton Qing Marked Luen Wo Late 19th C
£150.00 Sold
Inventory Code: INV3520
Object: Mirror
Material: Solid Silver
Origin: China – Canton (Guangzhou)
Period: Qing Dynasty
Date: Late 19th Century
Decoration: High relief Dragon motifs amid scrolling clouds with auspicious symbols
Marked: Luen Wo (Canton silver mark)
Measurements:
Height Approx. 1.5 cm
Diameter Approx. 12 cm
Weight 100 grams (included glass and red felt)
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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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.