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Chang Hsing

Time Period:
Probably around 1825-1850

Location:
Unknown

Maker Information:
Not much is known about Chang Hsing. His mark has only been observed once on a long handled fiddle pattern spoon with "oval-shaped row ovoid bowl, back-tipped end" (Forbes item 284). This is a very rare form.

Marks:
The mark of Chang Hsing existed in the following form:

 Chinese characters reading "Chang Hsing"    

Known workshop/artisan marks:
Chang Hsing was probably the retailer and the workshop.

Examples and their marks:

Item # 1 – Examples needed
Attribution: examples needed
Form: examples needed
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Item # 2 – Examples needed
Attribution: examples needed
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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.