Wing Nam and Hao Chinese Export Silver Decorative Tea Strainer c1890.

This fine silver tea strainer is a lovely example of the artistic use of cultural elements coupled with perfectly executed workmanship to suit the functionality required of this stylish Chinese Export Silver piece. The lotus floral design is engraved, pierced and turned to present as the sieve with the functional handle embellished with the application of the cast dragon completing the work.

This c. 1890 tea strainer retailed by Wing Nam and Company of Hong Kong presents in excellent order with both the Wing Nam and artisan marks believed to be of Hao (Cantonese Hou) 豪 clearly identifiable. Presenting in very good antique condition without any apparent repairs, this piece would be a fantastic addition for your Chinese tea service or as a standalone piece for any collector of the genre.

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