Luen Wo Chinese Export Silver Iris Motif Picture Frame

Scarce or one of a kind ca. 1890 Chinese export sterling silver Luen Wo standing picture frame measuring about 8.25". A very rare and highly sought form. Eleven iris blossoms and their leaves crowd and encircle this frame from a clear rippling pool of water where they grow. It is among the most elegant of picture frames I've had the pleasure of holding here in the shop. The stand is formed from two long canes of bamboo motif silver that rise to a hinge at the top so that the frame can be folded for travel and unfolded for display. The glass and backing board have been artfully replaced with hand cut pieces, however, the original 4-pointed star form solid silver nuts have been retained.

Hallmarked with a Chinese character make mark and the retail jeweler mark of LW. Condition is excellent.

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