£1,200
CHINESE EXPORT SILVER CUP
LATE QING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1886
the bowl ornately chased and embossed with a continuous scene depicting a boat race, centred by an shield shaped cartouche inscribed 'Victoria Regatta, Hong Kong, 1886, Professional Cup, four oars one mile, won by GCC Master, A. Denison, J H Stewart-lockhurst, H F Naylor & G. Sage' raised on three oar supports and a circular foot chased to simulate waves
18cm high, 227grams
PROVENANCE: Private collection
Good overall appearance
Some dents and compressions in places and general wear consistent with age
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