RECENT ACQUISITIONS - 2nd May, 2018.
17th Century Chinese Qing Dynasty silver-gilt Ruyi scepter, Exceptionally hand crafted, fine engraved work, realistically modelled, removable dragon head revealing Chinese seal mark, symbolising peaceful, quiet, happy, healthy.
REFERENCE NUMBER: A5061
19th Century Chinese silver statues set of three immortals on carved wooden stands depicting; two figures of He Xiangu, standing with a vase in hand and other with peaches, He Xiangu translates as "Immortal Woman He" is the only female deity among the eeight Immortals figures in Daoism. She is often described as a morally pure woman, an ideal daughter, and a selfless seeker after spiritual freedom. In iconography, she is typically pictured bearing a lotus flower or a peach (of immortality). The other figure is of Shoulao, the immortal of longevity, holding out in one hand his magical peach and in his other a detachable dragon-topped gnarled staff. It is common belief in Chinese culture that placing the three Immortals in a room or a home is believed to be a cure for the Feng Shui. When they are placed in a room, they cleanse the home of negative influences, including arguments, marital problems and illness. Hallmarked Makers Mark for Feng Xiang
REFERENCE NUMBER: A5258
19th Century Chinese silver pair of tea cups and saucers, the sides are engraved with chrysanthemum flowers and bamboo. The tea cups are of good traditional size and features stunning workmenship.
Hallmarked with Chinese characters to base (tested 900+ standard), Maker Yang Qing He.
Reference Number: A5065
19th Century Chinese silver set of four tea cups and saucers, hand crafted and intricately engraved and applied with dragon shaped twin handles, the set was undoubtedly was inspired by the earlier export examples made in the late 17th century.
Saucers hallmarked with Chinese character marks, Maker's mark for Da Xing.
REFERENCE NUMBER: A5154