Something a little different.
A three piece Chinese Export silver tea set which stands on three legs.
The round polished bodies have been repousse worked with flowering chrysanthemums – that bloom through the frost.
The lid of the tea pot is engraved with peaches and butterflies – symbolising nuptial bliss.
The feet use the bamboo motif symbolising resilience
Every year as the Lunar New Year approaches I try
A sauce boat, gravy boat, or saucière is a low