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Vietnam 19th c. silver height: 8cm, diameter: 12cm |
 Detail: Alternative view This exquisitely worked silver lamp base is the product of Chinese silversmiths most probably in Vietnam. It is finely pierced and chased with swirling dragons and bamboo motifs. It sits on six legs each of which is decorated with either a dragon head or tail. The interior of the stand is also pierced and has two dragons amid stylised cloud motifs. The base is marked with two Chinese shop marks. Overall, the level of craftsmanship is superb. An opium lamp base such as this would have belonged to a wealthy aristocrat or merchant. |
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