Antique opium Chinese Silver Hexagonal Box Foo Dog Lion 1900
500.-
11.10.2026
1207, Genève
An authentic and rare miniature hexagonal box in Chinese Export Silver (CES), dating from the late Qing Dynasty (circa 1890- 1910). This complete cabinet piece or curiosity object showcases the extraordinary craftsmanship of Canton / Shanghai silversmiths.
Iconography: The removable lid is beautifully surmounted by a hand-carved, three- dimensional Foo Dog (Buddhist Guardian Lion).
Technical Virtuosity: The open mouth of the lion encloses its original "pearl of wisdom.' This tiny silver sphere is completely loose and moves freely inside the mouth-carved directly from the solid block of silver without being able to fall out
being able to fall out (a masterpiece of high-end silversmithing).
Decoration: The six panels of the hexagonal body are finely chased and hand-hammered with traditional floral motifs, featuring prominent lotus blossoms and scrolling foliage.
Structure: Complete 3-piece construction including the outer body, the original tight-fitting inner lining cup, and the Foo Dog lid
Hallmarks: Marked on the base with a clean, vertically stacked traditional Chinese shop mark (chop mark) in seal script (huanshu), led by the character T J (Z), which officially guarantees the high purity of solid silver (Zu Yin).
Material: Solid Silver
Weight: 21 grams (perfect weight confirming genuine, finely hammered antique silverwork)
Condition: Excellent antique condition. No major dents or repairs, beautiful original patina, crisp details, and the sacred pearl remains perfectly mobile.
An exceptional piece for collectors of Chinese Export Silver, Asian art, or fine antique miniature curiosities. Worldwide tracked and insured shipping available.
Iconography: The removable lid is beautifully surmounted by a hand-carved, three- dimensional Foo Dog (Buddhist Guardian Lion).
Technical Virtuosity: The open mouth of the lion encloses its original "pearl of wisdom.' This tiny silver sphere is completely loose and moves freely inside the mouth-carved directly from the solid block of silver without being able to fall out
being able to fall out (a masterpiece of high-end silversmithing).
Decoration: The six panels of the hexagonal body are finely chased and hand-hammered with traditional floral motifs, featuring prominent lotus blossoms and scrolling foliage.
Structure: Complete 3-piece construction including the outer body, the original tight-fitting inner lining cup, and the Foo Dog lid
Hallmarks: Marked on the base with a clean, vertically stacked traditional Chinese shop mark (chop mark) in seal script (huanshu), led by the character T J (Z), which officially guarantees the high purity of solid silver (Zu Yin).
Material: Solid Silver
Weight: 21 grams (perfect weight confirming genuine, finely hammered antique silverwork)
Condition: Excellent antique condition. No major dents or repairs, beautiful original patina, crisp details, and the sacred pearl remains perfectly mobile.
An exceptional piece for collectors of Chinese Export Silver, Asian art, or fine antique miniature curiosities. Worldwide tracked and insured shipping available.
- Prix CHF
- 500.-
- NPA
- 1207
- Envoi disponible
- Oui
- État
- D’occasion
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