Bidspirit auction | Chinese Export Silver-Gilt and Enamel

Chinese Export Silver-Gilt and Enamel Filigree Tea Caddy - Tea caddy with intricate silver wire filigree, decorated with vibrant polychrome enamels and glass cabochons. The body is divided into several lobed cartouches, each containing a different enamel-rendered auspicious motif: two horses in a landscape, a fruiting peach tree flanked by ruyi clouds, a jumping koi fish above waves, a hen with chicks under a willow tree, and a bundle of grain with birds and a central stylized character. The underside of the base is stamped ”SILVER.” 6” H x 5” W x 5” D. 664 grams total.