SILVER TEA CADDY WITH ENAMELS AND CABOCHONS CHINA, 20TH CENTURY

A silver tea caddy decorated with applied ornamental elements and polychrome enamels. The body is executed in a clover-shaped form with four harmoniously convex panels, each adorned with finely painted enamel compositions depicting irises and bamboo set within silver reserves. The silver surface is further enriched with delicate granulation and refined filigree work, enhancing the decorative richness of the object. Rounded orange cabochons are applied along the perimeter of the body and lid, creating a rhythmic ornamental accent. The lid is surmounted by a central finial and decorated with stylized lotus flowers, echoing traditional Eastern symbolism of purity and harmony. The interior surface of the caddy is fully gilded. The base is executed with openwork filigree, lending the piece visual lightness and refined elegance. Hallmarks: Marked “SILVER” on the interior, corresponding to silver of 800 standard. Dimensions: Height 17 cm. Width 9 cm. Weight: 442.4 g. Condition: Good.

Estimation:800€

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