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What does cloisonné mean in art?

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What does cloisonné mean in art?
In art, cloisonné is a way of making colorful metal decorative objects. The technique involves covering a surface with wire made of copper or bronze and filling it with glass paste. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of cloisonné.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Figurine with Musical Instrument
Located in Pomona, CA
Look at this magnificent Chinese Antique Cloisonne Beauty Figurine. It was hand made from gold
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

20th Century Chinese Antique Cloisonne Figurine with Musical Instrument
Located in Pomona, CA
Look at this magnificent Chinese Antique Cloisonne Beauty Figurine. It was hand made from gold
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair, Chinese Export Cloisonne Enameled Dragon Figurines on Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese, 20th century. A pair of Chinese export style cloisonne dragon figurines on stands. Each
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Vintage Cloisonné Enamel Brass Trim Fish Figurine w/ Wood Base
Located in Naples, FL
Excellent condition! This Chinese cloisonné fish is detailed in turquoise and blues; very detailed
Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Enameled Carved Guanyin Quan Yin Sculpture Figurine
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Chinese Guanyin cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture. Comes with the original wood stand
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enameled Carved Guanyin Quan Yin Sculpture Figurine
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Chinese Guanyin cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture. Comes with the original wood stand
Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

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