A Chinese export silver miniature teapot-form tea infuser, Hong Kong, late 19th / early 20th century. The globular body finely worked in repoussé with blossoming prunus branches, the hinged cover with a chrysanthemum medallion, overhead branch-form swing handle and curved spout, raised on three ball feet. Marked underneath with the retailer's mark TS for Tien Shing of Hong Kong and the artisan's mark 明記 in traditional Chinese characters.
Maker: Tien Shing (retailer, Hong Kong); made by the Ming Ji workshop
Pattern: Plum Blossom
Measurements: Approx. 1 1/2" H (excluding handle)
Weight: 40g
Condition: Very good antique condition
Shipping: Insured shipping $15
A Chinese export silver miniature teapot-form tea infuser, Hong Kong, late 19th / early 20th century. The globular body finely worked in repoussé with blossoming prunus branches, the hinged cover with a chrysanthemum medallion, overhead branch-form swing handle and curved spout, raised on three ball feet. Marked underneath with the retailer's mark TS for Tien Shing of Hong Kong and the artisan's mark 明記 in traditional Chinese characters.
Maker: Tien Shing (retailer, Hong Kong); made by the Ming Ji workshop
Pattern: Plum Blossom
Measurements: Approx. 1 1/2" H (excluding handle)
Weight: 40g
Condition: Very good antique condition
Shipping: Insured shipping $15
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