A MAYBE COUMPOUND FIVE-PIECE (5) CHINESE EXPORT SILVER ‘BAMBOO’ TEA AND COFFEE SET BY C.J. & CO AND LTH CHINA, SHANGHAI, LATE QING DYNASTY, EARLY 20TH CENTURY It is composed of: - one lidded coffee pot; - one lidded teapot; - one lidded sugar bowl; - one lidded cream pot; - one two-handled tray. All pieces have bamboo-shaped handles. All pieces are adorned with bamboo. Each piece bears marks amidst which: 'C.J.' for the tray, 'LTH' for the creampot, 'LTH' for the sugar bowl, 'L.T.H.' for the teapot and 'C.J.Co.' for the coffee pot. H (the coffee pot): 23,7 cm - L (the tray): 55 cm Total weight: 3606,4 grams Note: C.J. & CO is a yet unidentified Chinese export silver company that seems to have been active in SHanghai circa 1875-1960. 五件套（5）中国出口银“竹叶纹”茶具，由C.J. & CO 公司生产 中国，上海，晚清，20世纪早期 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.