This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) goblet has a circular bell shaped form a shaped stem and plain circular stepped foot.

The drinking vessel of this Chinese silver goblet is embellished with an iconic Chinese dragon design incorporating a vacant teardrop shaped cartouche, accented with a stylised flame decorated border.

The embossed stem of this impressive solid silver goblet is realistically modelled in the form of three rooted, entwined bamboo stalks.

This impressive antique goblet has a gilded interior.

The hallmarks struck to the rim of the foot include:

Maker"s mark: TC (Tuck Chang & Company Ltd)

CharaCter mark: Untraced

This antique Chinese silver goblet is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The CES hallmarks struck to the surface of the foot are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware.

Diameter of rim 7.7cm/3"

Diameter of foot 5.7cm/2.2"

Height 13.9cm/5.5"

5.3 troy ounces/165g

Date: Circa 1900

Origin: Shanghai, China

Maker: Tuck Chang & Co.