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 Saturday, October 15, 2016. 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

Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo

Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo

Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo
A Fine quality 19th century Chinese Silver oval Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo on a matted background. With tight fitting lid in very good condition with no repairs, splits or damage (please see photos as they from part of the description). Tested as silver but unmarked. Size 3.75 inches-95mm x 3 inches-75mm x 3.35 inches-85mm high, weight 228g. I can be contacted direct at ben. All copper & brass will have been professionally cleaned. All items are in good condition with no major damage unless stated, but all will have general ware / marks, small dings Etc, consistent with their use and genuine age. Candlestick will not be bent but my lean very slightly as these are not modern copies. Over 2 kilos may be expensive. Items Over 2 kilos will be sent by UPS tracked. The item “Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo” is in sale since Monday, October 10, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Other Chinese”. The seller is “locksleyduck” and is located in freshwater, Isle of Wight. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, to all countries in Europe, to all countries in continental Asia, to Australia.
  • Product: TEA CADDY
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Region of Origin: Chinese
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Original/Repro: Original

Fine 19THC Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy decorated with birds and bamboo

Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry

Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry

Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry
Cantonese box with structure in silver and two plaques on each of the short sides, plus a larger one carved with scholars on the lid. Fine condition, no defects. 9.7cm (length) x 9.7 cm (width) x 4.5 cm (height). The item “FINE ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT SOLID SILVER HAND CARVED PLAQUE BOX CASE JEWELRY” is in sale since Tuesday, September 27, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “josealfi” and is located in Madrid. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Color: Ivory
  • Type: Boxes
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

Fine Antique Chinese Export Solid Silver Hand Carved Plaque Box Case Jewelry

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy Canister MOTHER of PEARL LID CANTON 239 gr. Gorgeous Chinese Export estate find. 8 different elaborate panels interpretation would be very welcomed. High relief repousse highly ornate motifs. Believe to be of Canton origin. Centered in the silver flip lid cover is master crafted artistry of beautiful Mother of Pearl etched with butterflies fluttering in amongst flowers in a garden / framing the MOP is scroll silver work. The caddy itself consists of eight different curved ornately chased panels. Fish or perhaps, a turtle with lotus flower. Flowers / chrysanthemums. Top & bottom edges are elaborately finished in curls & scrolls. Lovely condition free of crack or dents – beautiful patina. Hinged lid fits snuggly. Bottom marked / signed in Chinese as shown in photo. Try an offer – never know what I might accept! No return on books, postcards, patterns. Watches, antique dolls, museum pieces or if stated in policy. PLEASE, DONT FORGET TO LEAVE FEEDBACK. Feedback will be left when feedback is received. The item “1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr” is in sale since Tuesday, September 13, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Non-U.S. Silver\Asia”. The seller is “uptowngirl3113″ and is located in St George Brant, Ontario. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • Maker: CANNOT read Chinese
  • Type: TEA CADDY CHINESE BOX
  • Age: 1890
  • CHINESE EXPORT SILVER: ANTIQUE TEA CADDY
  • DRAGON DIVINE CREATURES: TURTLE BAMBOO FLOWERS
  • CANTON STERLING SILVER: CHASED DESIGNS ASIAN BOX
  • OLD CHINESE SILVER PANELS: MOTHER of PEARL BUTTERFLY
  • ANTIQUE ASIAN TEA CADDY: CHINESE DRAGON LOTUS
  • antique chinese tea caddy: butterfly Mother of Pearl

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

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 Thursday, September 15, 2016. 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

Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon

Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon

Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon
FINE ANTIQUE CHINESE GOLD GILT SILVER FILIGREE ENAMEL CARD CASE BOX DRAGON. QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY. 10 x 6,6 x 1,1 cm. WITH SOME FAULTS: dents, some wear, lacking applied filigree decoration to one side (please, see photos). The item “FINE ANTIQUE CHINESE GOLD GILT SILVER FILIGREE ENAMEL CARD CASE BOX DRAGON” is in sale since Thursday, September 08, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “maart55″ and is located in Madrid, “””Madrid, Comunidad de”””. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

Fine Antique Chinese Gold Gilt Silver Filigree Enamel Card Case Box Dragon

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 Saturday, September 03, 2016. 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

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, August 03, 2016. 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

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr
1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy Canister MOTHER of PEARL LID CANTON 239 gr. Gorgeous Chinese Export estate find. 8 different elaborate panels interpretation would be very welcomed. High relief repousse highly ornate motifs. Believe to be of Canton origin. Centered in the silver flip lid cover is master crafted artistry of beautiful Mother of Pearl etched with butterflies fluttering in amongst flowers in a garden / framing the MOP is scroll silver work. The caddy itself consists of eight different curved ornately chased panels. Fish or perhaps, a turtle with lotus flower. Flowers / chrysanthemums. Top & bottom edges are elaborately finished in curls & scrolls. Lovely condition free of crack or dents – beautiful patina. Hinged lid fits snuggly. Bottom marked / signed in Chinese as shown in photo. Try an offer – never know what I might accept! No return on books, postcards, patterns. Watches, antique dolls, museum pieces or if stated in policy. PLEASE, DONT FORGET TO LEAVE FEEDBACK. Feedback will be left when feedback is received. The item “1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr” is in sale since Tuesday, July 05, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Non-U.S. Silver\Asia”. The seller is “uptowngirl3113″ and is located in St George Brant, Ontario. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • Maker: CANNOT read Chinese
  • Type: TEA CADDY CHINESE BOX
  • Age: 1890
  • CHINESE EXPORT SILVER: ANTIQUE TEA CADDY
  • DRAGON DIVINE CREATURES: TURTLE BAMBOO FLOWERS
  • CANTON STERLING SILVER: CHASED DESIGNS ASIAN BOX
  • OLD CHINESE SILVER PANELS: MOTHER of PEARL BUTTERFLY
  • ANTIQUE ASIAN TEA CADDY: CHINESE DRAGON LOTUS
  • antique chinese tea caddy: butterfly Mother of Pearl

1890 FINE Chinese STERLING SILVER BOX Tea Caddy PANELS Canister MOP Canton 239gr

Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours

Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours

Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours
Large Chinese porcelain bowl. 19th cent hand painted. The item “Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours” is in sale since Saturday, July 09, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “frockfreedom” and is located in Clapham London. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Age: 1800-1849

Fine large antique 19th cent chinese porcelain bowl enamel colours