Magnificent export Chinese silver walking cane handle
China
19th c.
Silver
length: 11.5 cm

An exceptionally fine walking cane handle in high-grade silver carved in high relief with a magnificent dragon that curls around the length of the handle and with a spray of three chrysanthemum heads. An armorial cartouche has been left blank. This piece represents the very best of export Chinese silverwork. No maker's mark is present.