A SMALL CARVED CINNABAR LACQUER AND SILVER BROOCH
A SMALL CARVED CINNABAR LACQUER AND SILVER BROOCH
Chiseled and reticulated silver with an octagonal, carved cinnabar lacquer medallion, the clasp possibly added later and made of metal
China, late 19th century – earlier 20th century
The medallion with naturalistic yet stylish floral décor in form of several chrysanthemum and peony flowers, showing some fine detail work. Marked “SILVER” and “CHINA” in a small rectangular reserve on the back.
Shape: Flat octagonal
Dimensions: 4.8 cm (length)
Condition: Good condition with old wear and traces of use, some deflections to silver openwork
Provenance: Austrian private collection, assembled in Asia in and before the 1930s