Pure Silver Chased Shakyamuni Dragon-Head Cup

Pure Silver Chased Shakyamuni Dragon-Head CupAn open-mouthed silver cup with a flower-shaped rim; on one side a beast-head handle holds a movable ring. The cup body is decorated in multiple bands: the rim chased with interlocking scrolling foliage, the belly carved in high relief with several seated buddhas in full lotus, each with a head halo set against auspicious clouds, and near the foot, upturned lotus petals in relief. The ring foot splays outward. The silver patina is archaic. A silver cup for Buddhist offering.Height 10.7cm, Length 13cm, Width 9cm85g