Chinese Tea Caddy In 925/1000 Silver With Silver Plating – Filigree And Enamels, Republican Period

Rare Chinese 925/1000 silver-gilt tea caddy – Filigree and enamels, Republic period. This rare Chinese tea caddy is crafted from extremely fine 925/1000 silver-gilt, with filigree work combined with high-quality polychrome enamels. The surface is richly decorated with a floral motif featuring birds, insects, and butterflies, typical of the refined productions of the Republic of China period, around the 1930s. The piece is set with semi-precious stones, identified as chrysoprase and agate, harmoniously integrated into the design. The interior is entirely gilt-gilt, an essential detail for this type of tea caddy. The piece bears a European hallmark for 925/1000 silver, confirming its solid silver content. With its substantial size, exceptional weight of 638 g, and remarkable state of preservation (enamel, filigree, and vermeil perfectly preserved), this tea caddy stands well above standard production and is a truly exceptional piece. Specifications: Object: Tea caddy (tea caddy) Origin: China Period: Republic, 1930s Material: 925/1000 silver with vermeil finish Hallmark: European 925‰ guarantee Techniques: Fine filigree, polychrome enamels Decoration: Floral, birds, insects, butterflies Stones: Chrysoprase, agate Dimensions: H. 17 cm – Ø 16 cm Weight: 638 g Condition: Excellent