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A finely worked Chinese export sterling silver matchbook cover by the renowned Hong Kong silversmith Wang Hing & Co. The …
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A finely worked Chinese export sterling silver matchbook cover by the renowned Hong Kong silversmith Wang Hing & Co. The front and back are chased in high relief with writhing dragons above waves, symbols of power and good fortune. One end remains open to insert a standard book of matches, while the opposite end has an oval thumb slot for easy removal, a clever early 20th-century adaptation for the popular new matchbook form. Maker’s mark for Wang Hing is stamped on one end. A striking accessory of daily use that doubles as a collectible objet d’art, ready to add flair to your bar, desk, or collection.
COLLECTOR'S NOTE: Wang Hing was the leading maker of Chinese export silver from the late 19th to early 20th century, producing luxury silver for the Western market. Matchbook covers with dragon decoration are less common than cigarette cases and matchsafes, making this a distinctive addition to a tobacciana or silver collection.
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- Dimensions
- 2.38ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 0.75ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silver
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Light age wear consistent with use; strong relief intact Light age wear consistent with use; strong relief intact less
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