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Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays
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Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays

19th century
Description

Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays

In Fabric Covered Presentation Box.

Dimensions:

Box: 9 x 8 cm Ash Tray: 9 x 2.5 cm

Condition: Beautiful as pictured. No chips cracks or any restoration.

This is a very nice example with no faults, no fading or any issues.

Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Chinese Silver Enamel Box to the 19th Century.

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Description
Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays

In Fabric Covered Presentation Box.

Dimensions:

Box: 9 x 8 cm Ash Tray: 9 x 2.5 cm

Condition: Beautiful as pictured. No chips cracks or any restoration.

This is a very nice example with no faults, no fading or any issues.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Chinese Silver Enamel Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1133256
Bushells Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays.
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Archive I A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays.

Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays

Archive II A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View II
Archive III A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View III
Archive IV A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View IV
Archive V A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View V
Archive VI A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View VI
Archive VII A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View VII
Archive VIII A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View VIII
Archive IX A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View IX
Archive X A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View X
Archive XI A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View XI
Archive XII A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View XII
Archive XIII A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View XIII
Archive XIV A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays. View XIV
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A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays.
Vintage Qing Chinese Sterling Silver & Enamel Fish Cigarette Box, Two Ash Trays
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A Chinese silver and turquoise enamel cylindrical lidded box decorated with goldfish motifs, accompanied by two matching lobed ashtrays.
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Chinese export silver and enamelled wares developed significantly during the late Qing Dynasty to fulfill demand from Western markets. Craftsmen adapted traditional silver-smithing and filigree enamel techniques to produce functional Western items, such as cigarette cases, desk accessories, and tea sets, decorated with traditional Chinese iconography.

These items are typically constructed from high-grade silver or silver gilt, adorned with fine filigree wirework and vitreous enamels. Accent elements frequently include bezel-set semi-precious hardstones such as coral, turquoise, or jade.

Authentic items display fine silver wire filigree with hand-applied vitreous enamel that shows minor surface variations under magnification. Look for silver hallmarks or regional export stamps, such as SILVER or maker marks, along with genuine coral or hardstone cabochons inset into hand-crafted bezels.

Display the lidded container and accompanying trays on a sideboard, coffee table, or executive desk as decorative accent pieces. Pair them with polished timber, dark leather, or minimalist stone surfaces to highlight the detailed metalwork and turquoise tones.

Dust gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to clean crevices without catching fine filigree wires. Avoid liquid polishes, silver dips, or abrasive compounds, as these can dissolve delicate enamels or damage inset cabochons.
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