Mark of Gem Wo, Canton, mid 19th century The basin with repoussé panels showing processions surrounding the central scene of an emperor watching a ritualized hunt; the pitcher with chased repoussé scenes of warriors in battle surrounding an oval reserve inscribed with two characters Nichu, the curved handle with incised flora design, each stamped with two character Chinese mark reading Shenchang and G.W. 14in (36cm) height of pitcher, 20in (51cm) diameter of basin, total silver weight approximately 141oz troy (4385gm)