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This silversmith was located in Canton, a flourishing port/city in South China. Prior to the Treaty of Nanking (1842), export trade was confined to the port of Canton.
Canton, late 19th/early 20thC

Canton, late 19th/early 20thC
 
C (unknown)

Time Period:
Around 1810 to ?

Location:
Canton

Maker Information:
C was a very early maker who used pseudo English hallmarks with the letter C. He is thought to have worked out of Canton and the only pieces observed with this mark are of English style. There are no known existing examples of this maker with Chinese designs or in Chinese tastes.

Marks:
The mark of C is known to exist in the following form:

 C and pseudo English hallmarks    

Known workshop/artisan marks:
C is thought to the workshop and retailer

Examples and their marks:

Item # 1 – C
Provenance: Private collection
Form: Folding pocket knife or fruit knife
Dimensions: 5.5 inches long (open) click to view larger image

Item # 2 – C
Provenance: Template
Form: Template
Dimensions: Template

 

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This online resource website features an Exhibits Gallery of Chinese Export Silver as well as Makers' Marks and translations. Marks include Luen Wo, Wang Hing, Tuck Chang, Mao Xing, Wing Nam, Wing On, Zeewo, Lao Feng Xiang, Cut Shing, etc. Periodically the information will be updated to feature the contributions from visitors. We hope that you will enjoy the visual exhibits of CES.