Chinese Copper Cloisonné Vase, Late 19th Century

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Chinese Copper vase, with alveolate bottom and cloisonné enamel. This goldsmithing technique is based on the principle of metal strips … Read more Chinese Copper vase, with alveolate bottom and cloisonné enamel. This goldsmithing technique is based on the principle of metal strips with rolled up edges welded on the bottom of the object. In the cavities thus formed is poured powder of various colors, which will not mix during heating.
The flared opening of this Vase is bordered by a large Frieze where Turquoise, White and Red patterns are repeated.
The upper part, slightly narrower, is entwined with an Important Dragon with long goatees. Its winged body has Green and Pink scales and a dorsal mane. Its legs are terminated by eagle claws. This imaginary creature travels among small colored clouds.
The lower part of this Vase, more swollen, is embellished on two of its faces with protruding Masks, with exorbed eyes, large nose and sharp teeth. Around these Ethnic faces one discovers bands of Floral Decorations on Black background, in Partitioned Enamels.
The whole rests on four feet with Reptilian paces.
One will be able to imagine several possible trimmings for this Pretty Asian Vase. Artificial flowers with long stems: Classic. Driftwood branches with poetic shapes: Original. Canes and umbrellas: Diverted.

Period : Late 19th century

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