Vietnam
An example of the mark of Da Fu, a Chinese silversmith working in Vietnam in the late 19th/20th century:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 29&t=52160
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DA FU
Vietnam
An example of the mark of Da Fu, a Chinese silversmith working in Vietnam in the late 19th/20th century:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 29&t=52160
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Vietnam
An example of the mark of Da Fu, a Chinese silversmith working in Vietnam in the late 19th/20th century:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 29&t=52160
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TAKEDA BROS. & Co.
5, K.M.A. Building, Victoria Road, Tientsin
Takeda Bros. & Co. - Tientsin - c.1925
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5, K.M.A. Building, Victoria Road, Tientsin
Takeda Bros. & Co. - Tientsin - c.1925
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SAMMY
Union House, Hong Kong
Example of the work and marks of Sammy:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... mmy#p81269
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Union House, Hong Kong
Example of the work and marks of Sammy:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... mmy#p81269
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SAMMY
Union House, Hong Kong
Further examples of the work and marks of Sammy:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... mmy#p81269
and: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... my#p169388
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Union House, Hong Kong
Further examples of the work and marks of Sammy:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... mmy#p81269
and: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... my#p169388
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MAIVAN
Vietnam
VIETNAM - MAIVAN
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Vietnam
VIETNAM - MAIVAN
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MTX TINH HOA SX - MY NGHE V.N
Hanoi, Vietnam
0.900/MTX TINH HOA S.X/MY NGHE V.N/HANOI
Another example of the mark:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 46&t=54250
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Hanoi, Vietnam
0.900/MTX TINH HOA S.X/MY NGHE V.N/HANOI
Another example of the mark:
See: http://www.925-1000.com/forum/viewtopic ... 46&t=54250
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TAN AY
339, Ylang-Ylang, Manila
Tan Ay, a silversmith, residing at 339 Ylang-Ylang reported to the police that he was robbed yesterday morning of P600 worth of jewelry. He said that he left the jewels in a drawer in his shop.
Source: The Tribune - 11th August 1937
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339, Ylang-Ylang, Manila
Tan Ay, a silversmith, residing at 339 Ylang-Ylang reported to the police that he was robbed yesterday morning of P600 worth of jewelry. He said that he left the jewels in a drawer in his shop.
Source: The Tribune - 11th August 1937
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MRS. TER HORST
Toegoe, Djokjakarta, Java
Mrs. ter Horst - Djokjakarta - 1912
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Toegoe, Djokjakarta, Java
Mrs. ter Horst - Djokjakarta - 1912
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YANG QING HE
Shanghai
An example of the work and mark of Yang Qing He:
Yang Qing He one of the 'Nine Factories' of Shanghai.
The below report probably refers:
Modern Hair Styles Ruin Silver Shop
The westernisation of Chinese woman was blamed as the chief factor in the depression that caused the closure recently of the Yang Ching Ho Silversmith Shop, in one of the biggest silversmiths' shops in Shanghai.
Silver ornaments, it was pointed out, are no longer wanted as Chinese women of today have no love for the beauty of their hair from the conservative Chinese point of view. Instead of the time-honoured fashion of a knot, Chinese women now have bobbed hair, many with permanent waves through artificial methods.
Thus all the ornaments made of silver that used to decorate the knot have been shelved, and business of local silversmith shops becomes exceedingly dull.
In view of these circumstances, the Yang Ching Ho Silversmith Shop, at a recent shareholders' meeting, decided to suspend business. In a notice put up at the door, it is announced that all those who have placed orders with the shop should call at the shop within ten days for their goods.
Source: The Straits Times - 4th July 1937
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Shanghai
An example of the work and mark of Yang Qing He:
Yang Qing He one of the 'Nine Factories' of Shanghai.
The below report probably refers:
Modern Hair Styles Ruin Silver Shop
The westernisation of Chinese woman was blamed as the chief factor in the depression that caused the closure recently of the Yang Ching Ho Silversmith Shop, in one of the biggest silversmiths' shops in Shanghai.
Silver ornaments, it was pointed out, are no longer wanted as Chinese women of today have no love for the beauty of their hair from the conservative Chinese point of view. Instead of the time-honoured fashion of a knot, Chinese women now have bobbed hair, many with permanent waves through artificial methods.
Thus all the ornaments made of silver that used to decorate the knot have been shelved, and business of local silversmith shops becomes exceedingly dull.
In view of these circumstances, the Yang Ching Ho Silversmith Shop, at a recent shareholders' meeting, decided to suspend business. In a notice put up at the door, it is announced that all those who have placed orders with the shop should call at the shop within ten days for their goods.
Source: The Straits Times - 4th July 1937
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J.M. FISHER COMPANY
Attleboro, Massachusetts
Details of one of the marks used by the J.M. Fisher Company are included here so they are not confused with actual Chinese marks:
J.M. Fisher Co. - Attleboro, Mass. - 1924
The mark was in use from 1922 onwards.
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Attleboro, Massachusetts
Details of one of the marks used by the J.M. Fisher Company are included here so they are not confused with actual Chinese marks:
J.M. Fisher Co. - Attleboro, Mass. - 1924
The mark was in use from 1922 onwards.
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KYOTO MFG. & TRADING Co.
Ebiye, Osaka, Japan
Kyoto Mfg. & Trading Co. - Kyoto - 1916
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Ebiye, Osaka, Japan
Kyoto Mfg. & Trading Co. - Kyoto - 1916
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BAO CHENG
Tientsin
An example of the work and mark of Bao Cheng of Tientsin:
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Tientsin
An example of the work and mark of Bao Cheng of Tientsin:
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YAMAZAKI METAL INDUSTRY Co. Ltd.
2570 Omagari, Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture
Yamazaki - Tsubame City - 1985
'ADENA'
Established in 1918 by Yamabumi Bungon.
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2570 Omagari, Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture
Yamazaki - Tsubame City - 1985
'ADENA'
Established in 1918 by Yamabumi Bungon.
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THE CHINA CHALLENGE CUP
It will be remembered that the selection of a design for this 500 guinea cup was deferred until the arrival of some drawings sent for by Major Brine, from Hongkong, as it was thought desirable to give the preference to a purely Chinese design should one be found worthy of adoption. Four drawings have lately been received, prepared by various Chinese silversmiths of Hongkong, all of them highly characteristic in treatment, and one of these has been finally selected by the committee. The vase is cup-shaped, supported by three dragons intertwined, on a pedestal of suitable form. Two dragons form the handles, and another, couchant, surmounts the cover. The body of the cup is divided into panels, each filled with scenes of Chinese life, and the general effect is bold and striking. This design, we believe, was originally intended to be used for the cup which is to be presented by the Hongkong Volunteers to Major Brine as a testimonial, in recognition, of his valuable services in organising and commanding that corps. The Hongkong community is , however, not the only one so indebted to Major Brine, as he also organised the Volunteer corps at Hankow, Canton, and Yokohama.
Source: The London and China Telegraph - January 1866
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It will be remembered that the selection of a design for this 500 guinea cup was deferred until the arrival of some drawings sent for by Major Brine, from Hongkong, as it was thought desirable to give the preference to a purely Chinese design should one be found worthy of adoption. Four drawings have lately been received, prepared by various Chinese silversmiths of Hongkong, all of them highly characteristic in treatment, and one of these has been finally selected by the committee. The vase is cup-shaped, supported by three dragons intertwined, on a pedestal of suitable form. Two dragons form the handles, and another, couchant, surmounts the cover. The body of the cup is divided into panels, each filled with scenes of Chinese life, and the general effect is bold and striking. This design, we believe, was originally intended to be used for the cup which is to be presented by the Hongkong Volunteers to Major Brine as a testimonial, in recognition, of his valuable services in organising and commanding that corps. The Hongkong community is , however, not the only one so indebted to Major Brine, as he also organised the Volunteer corps at Hankow, Canton, and Yokohama.
Source: The London and China Telegraph - January 1866
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LA ESMERALDA
Escolta 1, later, 9-11, Manila
La Esmeralda - Manila - 1901
La Esmeralda - Manila - 1908
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Escolta 1, later, 9-11, Manila
La Esmeralda - Manila - 1901
La Esmeralda - Manila - 1908
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GREILSAMMER BROTHERS
34-36, Escolta, Manila
Exterior and interior images of Greilsammer Bros.in 1902:
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1902
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1908
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1909
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34-36, Escolta, Manila
Exterior and interior images of Greilsammer Bros.in 1902:
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1902
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1908
Greilsammer Bros. - Manila - 1909
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EL ZENITH
Escolta 37, Manila
El Zenith - Manila - 1908
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Escolta 37, Manila
El Zenith - Manila - 1908
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YAMAZAKI METAL INDUSTRY Co. Ltd.
2570 Omagari, Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture
Yamazaki - Tsubame City - 1985
'ADENA'
Yamazaki patterns from 1986:
Yamazaki - 1986
'COVE' - 'CELINE' - 'FLORIAN' - 'NICOLE'
Established in 1918 by Yamabumi Bungon.
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2570 Omagari, Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture
Yamazaki - Tsubame City - 1985
'ADENA'
Yamazaki patterns from 1986:
Yamazaki - 1986
'COVE' - 'CELINE' - 'FLORIAN' - 'NICOLE'
Established in 1918 by Yamabumi Bungon.
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P. MOHIDEEN & Co.
26, Chekiang Road, Shanghai
Source: The Shanghai Directory - 1930
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26, Chekiang Road, Shanghai
Source: The Shanghai Directory - 1930
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PAO CHONG & Co.
Sassoon Arcade, Nanking Road, Shanghai
Source: The Shanghai Directory - 1930
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Sassoon Arcade, Nanking Road, Shanghai
Source: The Shanghai Directory - 1930
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