This exquisitely detailed 19th-century 5-piece tea set exemplifies the meticulous artistry displayed by silversmiths of Vietnam. The ornate set, said to have been owned by the Emperor of Vietnam, then called French Indochina, is impressive not only for its royal provenance and meticulous artistry but also for the astonishing weight of the silver itself, which is 99% pure. Masterfully handcrafted during the famed Nguyen dynasty of Vietnam, the collection incorporates East Asian imagery over tradi