Chinese Export Silver Bud Vase Figural Grapevine Base 1900

Chinese Export silver fluted trumpet form bud vase, having round weighted base, decorated with applied figural grapes and leaves as well as grapevine, going around the stem. c. 1900. Chinese character marks. This exquisite vase is 2 1/4" in top diameter, 2 5/8" in base diameter and 5 1/2" tall. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.