Chinese Export Silver Card Case - Circa 1870

Description

This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) card case has a plain rectangular rounded form.

The anterior surface of this rare Chinese silver card case is ornamented with chased oriental figures amidst bamboo and foliate designs, accented with a fenced area and simplified structures, all on a matte background.

The ornamentation incorporates a vacant shield shaped cartouche.

The posterior surface of this silver card case is embellished with an exceptional chased decorated segmented iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, also all on a matte background.

The rounded sides of this antique silver cigarette case are plain and unembellished.

This Chinese card case is fitted with a push fit cover ornamented with a continuation of the aforementioned chased decoration.

The hallmarks struck to the rim of this impressive antique case include:

Maker's mark: WA (undocumented maker's name)*

Character mark: Untraced

* Items associated with this maker are rare and known for their high quality.

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