Vintage Asian Cloisonné Enamel Vase on Ornate Gilt Metal Base

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A richly decorative vintage Asian enamel vessel featuring a striking combination of turquoise, warm brown, green, rose and gold tones.

… Read more A richly decorative vintage Asian enamel vessel featuring a striking combination of turquoise, warm brown, green, rose and gold tones.

The shaped body is decorated with intricate geometric patterning surrounded by colorful floral motifs and a circular longevity-style medallion. Fine metal outlines define the enamel decoration throughout, while an elaborate gilt-metal mount gives the piece additional architectural presence. The footed base is particularly handsome, with dimensional figural and scrolling ornament.

Originally made as a covered vessel, the original lid is no longer present. Its open form makes it especially attractive repurposed as a decorative vase for flowers, greenery or branches, as illustrated in the styled photograph.

The piece is unmarked, and no specific maker has been identified. Its combination of colorful Asian-inspired enamel decoration and ornate metalwork gives it considerable decorative appeal in a Traditional, Chinoiserie or collected interior. See less