Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED

Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED

Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED
Fine rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Enamel Moth Box. The box comes from a wealthy local estate in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Bout 3″ 1/4 Long By 1″ 1/4 Tall. Very fine silver work with great detail! Please Look over the pictures as they are most of my description! Feel free to send me a message if you are not 100% sure about the item! If you need more time, please feel free to send me a message! Thank you for looking! Moths are often denoted as symbols of death from cultures all over the world, and some of the resemblances between the different myths are uncanny! I talked about one of these in a past MotW. But I was thoroughly surprised when I found a similar legend from across the world in China! Qing Ming is a festival in early April where people go out to enjoy the spring weather and honor the graves of their ancestors. Theres also an abundance of moths during the festival, but they have a special place in Chinese mythology! In ancient China, it was believed that moths were actually the souls of deceased people who came back during Qing Ming to visit their loved ones. Depending on the legend, the souls either possessed the insects, or were the physical manifestation of the soul itself. This is rooted in a Taoist belief, from the Book of Transformation by Tan Qiao. The belief is that existence is dependent entirely upon an emptiness of void in the universe. Sometimes, during the festival of Qing Ming, the moths find their ways into peoples homes and land on photos of the deceased. It is considered a serious taboo to kill or otherwise disturb the moth during Qing Ming, as its believed that they are turning a former loved one away. No matter whether you choose to believe in this myth of not, its still fascinating, and there have been several creepy occurrences revolving around it! For example, in 2003, a moth landed on Yuiiko Tans family alter during Qing Ming. They let it outside, but it would always return, causing the dogs from her own house and the neighborhood to go crazy. The moth hid behind her grandfathers photo, and followed her into her bedroom. Then it was gone. Yuiikos grandfather passed away on the day she was born, and she believes it mightve been his spirit in that moth coming to visit since he never got to meet her. Alex Yeoh had a less pleasant experience. In 2007, at the end of the Qing Ming festival, an Atlas Moth positioned itself on the parapet outside his apartment and refused to leave until it died a week later. The other tenants of the building refused to disturb it, and he soon learned that two people had committed suicide from that parapet before. Of course, there is evidence to refute this mythologymoths can get disoriented and thats how they find their way into homes. As for hiding behind picture frames, they like to hide in small, dark places away from predators. Atlas Moths are naturally lazy and refuse to fly whenever possible to conserve energy for mating and laying eggs. The item “Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED” is in sale since Wednesday, February 15, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “businessinferndale2011″ and is located in Ferndale, Michigan. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Maker: Chinese
  • Type: Boxes
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

Fine Rare Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Moth Box early 19th century SIGNED

Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L

Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L

Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L
Export solid silver HC Shanghai. Flower Relief Decoration, (Chrysanthemums). The item “Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L” is in sale since Friday, February 17, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Chests”. The seller is “wustensand11″ and is located in Berlin. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Chinese silver Box export solid silver HC Shanghai Chrysanthemen Relief 13 cm L

Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box

Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box

Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box
Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box. Title: Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box. Description: Beautifully crafted with incredible silver inlays in soft flowing and greek key patterns. Constructed with square peg construction finely fitted and still tightly joined after hundreds of years. The inticately carved flamboyant bird is reticulated with a botanical flora and fauna background. Simply one of the finest we have offered. Type of Piece: Box. Dimensions or Size: 3.85 x 2.50 x 3.50 inches. Condition: The wood is finely aged with a warm patina, tightly joined and smooth to the touch. The wing tip of the bird is broken, however it is hard to notice. One perimeter wood chip where it meets the jade. Enlarge our images for optimum viewing. Estimated weight: 10 oz. Estimated weight of package: 1 lb. Estimated size of package: 6 x 6 x 6 inches. This is because credit cards require both a signature and tracking. Hess Fine Art: Setting the standard for online auctions sellers since 1997. You can count on us to be factual and have clear accurate photographs which are not “edited” to deceive. Photographs often disclose condition far better than verbiage as many people have different ideas on what terms may mean. Link to GIA gemstone treatments. The auctions contain only what is described. Many items will be marked with serial numbers or identifying numbers items may not be accepted for return if these numbers are not present. More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting. Make your listings stand out with FREE Vendio custom templates! FREE scheduling, supersized images and templates. Get Vendio Sales Manager. Over 100,000,000 served. Get FREE counters from Vendio today! The item “Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box” is in sale since Friday, February 17, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “hessfineauctions” and is located in Saint Petersburg, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Type: Boxes
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Other Materials:: Silver, Wood
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Primary Material: Jade

Ancient Mutton Fat Jade Silver Inlay Carved Bird Chinese Asian Wood Box

Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China

Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China

Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China
These things were found from my old house. Recently we will move to the new house. Too many stuffs needs to be packed. I want to sell some of the stuff. The item “Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China” is in sale since Saturday, February 11, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “asian-art-ac” and is located in San Francisco, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: White
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Primary Material: Jade

Old Chinese Silver/ Gold Wood Box With White Jade Asian China

Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century

Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century

Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century
This is a Chinese silver filigree card case adorned with dragons and flowers with scrolling leaves. There is a vast amount of finely-detailed filigree work featuring prunus and other flowers. The quality is outstanding. On the end is a blank, rectangular lozenge with canted corners for the owner’s initials. On the base is another vertical lozenge containing a single Chinese character. When the top is removed fine vertical filigree work and a ruyi head are revealed. Height 9.5 cms. CHINESE SILVER FILIGREE CARD CASE DECORATED WITH CHILONG DRAGONS, 19TH CENTURY. This is a Chinese silver filigree card case adorned with chilong dragons and flowers with scrolling leaves. I pack all items in new quality boxes (or padded envelopes for smaller, non fragile, items) and with sufficient fillers to keep your item safe on its journey. Please state the reason for your return. I specialise in Asian/Oriental Antiques, Staffordshire Pottery, Jewellery and Watches. I describe my items as accurately as possible and in many cases seek independent professional opinion for confirmation of age and value. However, due to the nature of vintage and antique items, listing descriptions are a statement of opinion only. All measurements are approximate. Please ask if you have any questions and thank you for looking. Auctiva Free Image Hosting. Show off your items with Auctiva’s Listing Templates. The item “CHINESE SILVER FILIGREE CARD CASE DECORATED WITH CHILONG DRAGONS, 19TH CENTURY” is in sale since Sunday, February 12, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Boxes”. The seller is “itsabeautifuldaytoday” and is located in St. Columb. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Product: Boxes
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Region of Origin: Chinese
  • Original/Repro: Original
  • Primary Material: Silver

Chinese Silver Filigree Card Case Decorated With Chilong Dragons, 19th Century

Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920

Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920

Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920
An excellent Chinese silver lid of a jar or box, marked underneath with Chinese characters and probably made in the 1920’s. Marked as you can see with the handle with fruit apples? Lovely quality and in excellent condition with no damage. The diameter is 3.1/2ins or 9cms and the height is 1.1/2ins or 3.8cms. It weighs 50.2gms. The item “Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920″ is in sale since Monday, February 06, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Other Chinese”. The seller is “pyewacket7″ and is located in hayling island, Hampshire. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, to all countries in Europe, to all countries in continental Asia, to Australia.
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Region of Origin: Chinese
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Product: Lid of Box
  • Original/Repro: Original

Excellent Chinese Silver Lid Of Box Or Jar, C. 1920

Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing

Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing

Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing
Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing. Superb quality & beautifully decorated with Chrysanthemums. Hallmarked with character marks & with the makers mark WH for Wang Hing of Hong Kong to the base as pictured. Excellent condition with minor age related surface marks of little consequence & no wear through or repairs of any kind. Simply stunning large size Chinese period Box of Exceptional quality. Size:16.8cm long, 9.2cm deep & 7.6cm high. Weight:514.8 grams. Please See All 22 Images. Re listed Due To This Non Payer:waynecoantique. Excellent condition with m. Inor age related surface marks of little consequence & no wear through or repairs of any kind. I sell genuine high quality antiques. Mostly acquired from local house clearances, specialising mainly in clocks, watches, architectural antiques & decorative arts. Create listings that get noticed! With Auctiva’s 1,800+ Templates. The item “Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing” is in sale since Tuesday, February 14, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “petra40cat” and is located in Suffolk. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Composition: Solid Silver
  • Product: Large Table Box
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Maker: Wang Hing

Superb Large Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Table Box By Wang Hing

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840
A N T I Q U E C H I N E S E E X P O R T S T E R L I N G S I L V E R S N U F F B O X. B y “C U” (attributed to CUTSHING). Marked CU conjoined once on the Base. C A N T O N, C H I N A. 1 8 4 0. 104.23 Grams; 2 7/8″ Diameter; 1″ High. MADE FOR THE WESTERN MARKET. THIS BEAUTIFUL SNUFF BOX IS OF EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY. The item “ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840″ is in sale since Tuesday, February 14, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “conway012012″ and is located in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped to United States, to Canada, to United Kingdom, DK, RO, SK, BG, CZ, FI, HU, LV, LT, MT, EE, to Australia, GR, PT, CY, SI, to Japan, SE, KR, ID, to Belgium, to France, to Hong Kong, to Ireland, to Netherlands, PL, to Spain, to Italy, to Germany, to Austria, IL, to Mexico, to New Zealand, SG, to Switzerland, NO, SA, UA, AE, QA, KW, BH, HR, MY, BR, CO.
  • Maker: attributed to Cutshing
  • Type: Snuff Box
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Age: c.1840
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT STERLING SILVER SNUFF BOX, by CU conjoined, c. 1840

Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875

Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875

Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875
CHINESE EXPORT SILVER BOX MAIDENS IN GARDEN & DRAGON WOSHING c1875. A c1875 Chinese export silver maiden in garden cigarette case. Woshing, shop in Shanghai. Cover with Chinese maidens in garden, a third watches from balcony. Lush tree and foliage. Raised shield never monogrammed. Back side dragon set in flames and clouds, atop lush stippled surface. Interior original gold wash, retains both signed silk bands to secure cigarettes in place. This c1875 Chinese export silver cigarette case 3 1/4 inches 3 (standard) ounces. In very fine condition. Under 10X loop about 50% pf the facial features retained. Original gold interior in superb shape, both original signed silk bands as well. The item “Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875″ is in sale since Friday, February 10, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “supershrink” and is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Type: Cigarette Case Box
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Maker: Woshing

Chinese Export Silver Box MAIDEN IN GARDEN WS c1875