Mid-20th Century Chinese Cloisonné Dragon & Phoenix Vase

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Here is a stunning, mid-20th-century Chinese cloisonné vase featuring a fantastic dragon and phoenix rendered in richly colored enamel through … Read more Here is a stunning, mid-20th-century Chinese cloisonné vase featuring a fantastic dragon and phoenix rendered in richly colored enamel through detailed cloisonné handiwork. The dynamic dragon wraps the body in motion, paired with a colorful phoenix on the reverse—traditional symbols of strength, harmony, and good fortune. The deep cobalt blue background is filled with stylized cloud motifs, creating an eye-catching backdrop for the finely detailed cloisonné wirework. Layered enamel colors in turquoise, green, red, brown, and gold give the surface wonderful depth, while brass mounts at the rim and foot frame the form beautifully. The vase has a classic baluster shape with a flared neck and a solid, well-balanced presence. The turquoise-enamel underside and felted base pads are typical of mid-century cloisonné pieces produced for the export market. Decorative and expressive, this vase displays beautifully on its own or as part of a curated collection of Asian decorative arts, adding color, craftsmanship, and traditional symbolism to a space. See less