An early 20^th century Chinese export silver dressing table or pin box, Canton circa 1920, marked Yuan, retailed by Wing Fat

Republic period. Of rectangular form with a hinged lid, all raised upon four stepped bracket feet. The lid and sides with embossed decoration of chrysanthemums. Gilt interior. Marked underneath with artisan mark 源 (YUAN), numeral 90, and retailer’s mark WF.

Length – 8.4 cm / 3.3 inches

Weight – 85 grams / 2.73 ozt