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This lesser known 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
 
Gen Wo or Gem Wo

Time Period:
Around 1850 to 1875

Location:
Canton

Maker Information:
Gen Wo or Gem Wo used the mark of GW. Not much is known about this maker outside of his location in Canton.

Marks:
The mark of GW is known to exist in the following forms:

 GW with shop mark    

Known workshop/artisan marks:
GW was known to employ workshops/ shop marks. Known workshops/ shop marks are as follows:

  Chu Ch’ang, Ju Chang, or Kui Ch’eung      

Examples and their marks:

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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.