Page 903 - Chinese SIlver By Adrien Von Ferscht
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The reticulated work on this frame is
                                                                             really  of  a  high  quality.  Skilful
                                                                             overlaying  of  textures  and  motifs
                                                                             create  a  sense  of  great  depth  and
                                                                             perspective.

                                                                             The  ladle  [below]  is  slightly
                                                                             perplexing. The pattern used on the
                                                                             handle is certainly not for the British
                                                                             market  but  possibly  for  the
                                                                             American market either.

                                                                             Given  the  handle  carries  an
                                                                             engraved  monogram,  this  could
                                                                             have  been  part  of  a  canteen  of
                                                                             cutlery, but as a piece of silver ware,
                                                                             it is well made and of good quality.
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