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Cloisonné Enamel Ewer, Ming-Qing Period
$5,000
£3,798.77
€4,365.58
CA$7,023.11
A$7,644.48
CHF 4,050.54
MX$91,936.46
NOK 51,501.55
SEK 47,195.47
DKK 32,610.61
About the Item
This cloisonné ewer features a brass body covered with turquoise-toned enamel and densely arranged lotus and floral motifs. The spout and handle are shaped in the form of a phoenix or crane, and the wide pedestal base and domed lid create a balanced and decorative silhouette. The coloration and sheen of the enamel, together with the oxidation of the metal wires and the aged surface patina, all indicate that the piece has considerable age.
The base bears the inscription “Da Ming Jingtai Nianzhi”, which may refer either to the Ming Jingtai period or to a later use of a Ming-style mark. Both possibilities should remain open. In overall style, color, and technique, the piece aligns with cloisonné traditions that continued from the Ming into the Qing dynasty, and its precise dating requires consideration of both potential contexts.
Period: Ming-Qing Dynasty
Type: Vase
Medium: Cloisonné Enamel
Height: 34 cm (Diameter 7.5cm)
Provenance: The piece was acquired in Japanese Gallery in the year mid-2000.
Condition: Excellent, with slight staining
Reference : Liveauctioneer - LOUIS J. DIANNI, LLC Auction - May 23, 2016 - Ming Dynasty Cloisonne Tea Pot, 15th century
(Price realised : 3,500 USD / Type : Closely related)
* Cloisonné Enamel
Cloisonné enamel is created by forming compartments on a metal body and filling them with colored enamels that are fired to produce a glossy, durable surface. In assessing such pieces, key factors include the thickness and consistency of the metal wires, the depth and clarity of the enamel colors, the texture and sheen of the surface, and signs of natural oxidation or aging on the metal. These features help determine both the period of manufacture and the level of craftsmanship.
In addition, the arrangement of motifs, overall proportion, base finishing, and color composition are essential for identifying the production region and stylistic lineage. Northern cloisonné typically shows deeper tones and more balanced, formal layouts, while southern cloisonné tends to favor brighter palettes and more decorative designs. Evaluating these elements collectively is central to determining authenticity, quality, and dating in cloisonné enamel works.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.19 in (33.5 cm)Diameter: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Ming-Qing Dynasty
- Condition:Minor fading.
- Seller Location:seoul, KR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9577247660872
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