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Lot 5 Antique Korean Silver & Guilloche Enamel Tea Set
Item/Description: Outstanding seven piece Korean 999 silver and guilloche enamel tea caddy set. Hand-crafted elongated oval tray stands on four bun feet. Softly curved edges. Frame of guilloche enamel in hues of turquoise and azure blue with white accents in an organic floral design. Outlined in silver. Linear engine-turned surface.
The matching pair of lidded jars are exquisite. Bulb shaped with silver finial topped lids and notches in which a curved silver spoon with a floral ends rest. This rare set is a tour de force of design and workmanship. Hallmarked to tray and bases of jars: Hangul characters, Silver.
Material: 999 Silver, Guilloche Enamel
Dimensions Tray: Length: 8 3/4"; Width: 4 1/2"; Height: 3/4" ( base to lid tip); approximately 220 grams.
Dimensions Jar#1: Height: 4 3/4" (base to handle tip); Width: 4"; Dimensions Spoon #1: Length: 5"; Width:1" (handle); total weight approximately 230 grams.
Dimensions Jar#2: Height: 4" (base to handle tip); Width: 3 1/2"; Dimensions Spoon #2: Length: 4 3/4"; total weight approximately 199 grams.
Condition: Very Fine. Free of damage, dings, dents, chips, enamel loss, or repair. Signs of age, use, and wear including patina.
Age: Mid 20th Century
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
The matching pair of lidded jars are exquisite. Bulb shaped with silver finial topped lids and notches in which a curved silver spoon with a floral ends rest. This rare set is a tour de force of design and workmanship. Hallmarked to tray and bases of jars: Hangul characters, Silver.
Material: 999 Silver, Guilloche Enamel
Dimensions Tray: Length: 8 3/4"; Width: 4 1/2"; Height: 3/4" ( base to lid tip); approximately 220 grams.
Dimensions Jar#1: Height: 4 3/4" (base to handle tip); Width: 4"; Dimensions Spoon #1: Length: 5"; Width:1" (handle); total weight approximately 230 grams.
Dimensions Jar#2: Height: 4" (base to handle tip); Width: 3 1/2"; Dimensions Spoon #2: Length: 4 3/4"; total weight approximately 199 grams.
Condition: Very Fine. Free of damage, dings, dents, chips, enamel loss, or repair. Signs of age, use, and wear including patina.
Age: Mid 20th Century
Provenance: Private Estate
Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.
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