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Technique: Cloissoné
Mid 20th-century Chinese Blue Ground Cloisonne Vase with Yellow Dragons
Mid 20th-century Chinese Blue Ground Cloisonne Vase with Yellow Dragons

Mid 20th-century Chinese Blue Ground Cloisonne Vase with Yellow Dragons

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This striking mid-20th century Chinese cloisonné vase presents a classic baluster form, rising from a slightly flared foot to a gently waisted neck and everted rim, all finely mounte...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel, Brass

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases
Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Yelow background Dragon Vases 15" inches

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Monumental Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Blue And White Dragons Vases
Monumental Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Blue And White Dragons Vases

Monumental Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Blue And White Dragons Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A striking and monumental pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases, each standing approximately 26 inches in height, executed in a refined blue and white palette. The bodies are deco...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases, each measuring approximately 15.5 inches in height, decorated with continuous landscape scenes featuring groups of horses in...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. Of a baluster form with slightly lobed shoulders, the body is adorned with a finely detailed shaded cloison...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal

Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents
Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents

Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents This exquisite early 20th-century Chinese cloisonné table lamp is a stunning example of traditional enamel craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate floral motifs in vibrant shades of light blue, deep blue, red, and green, this lamp brings elegance and a touch of exotic charm to any interior. Its aged brass base and top further enhance its authenticity and refined character. Note: An electrical plug adapter for U.S. outlets is included. Lampshade not provided. Cloisonné Enamel Work: The lamp showcases classic Chinese cloisonné craftsmanship, with delicate floral designs set against a richly colored enamel background. Color Palette: The harmonious blend of blue hues, red, and green creates a visually striking piece, perfect for adding warmth and personality to any space. Brass Accents: The aged brass base and top feature a beautiful patina, adding to the lamp’s antique charm and timeless appeal. Versatile Elegance: Whether placed in a modern, traditional, or eclectic setting, this lamp enhances its surroundings with a touch of history and cultural artistry. Decorative and Functional: Beyond its decorative value, the lamp provides a soft, ambient glow, making it ideal for bedside tables, living rooms, or study areas. This early 20th-century Chinese cloisonné lamp is more than just a lighting fixture—it is a statement piece that brings heritage, artistry, and vibrant color into any home. A rare find for collectors and interior design enthusiasts alike. Chinese cloisonné lamp, early 20th-century enamel lamp, antique Chinese lighting, floral enamel table lamp, vintage brass and cloisonné decor, colorful Asian lamp, traditional Chinese craftsmanship, decorative cloisonné lighting.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Bird Tree Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Hawks on Cherry Blossom Tree Silver wire High Quality attributed to Hayashi or Ota A pair of antique Japanese Meiji peri...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji Era enamel over copper brush pot. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The cylindrical form pot is enameled with polychrome images of butterflies...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Baluster shape, flower brunches and birds decor against turquoise background. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A vintage Japanese black cloisonne enamel vase. Circa mid to late 19th century. The wide vase, raised on a base, with a tapered neck that widens slightly toward the top. It is lavish...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel . The vase has a sphere shaped body and a wide fluted n...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"
Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A large masterpiece of Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase at an exceptional 10" height. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases, Brass and Enamel, 20th Century Pair
Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases, Brass and Enamel, 20th Century Pair

Antique Chinese Cloisonné Vases, Brass and Enamel, 20th Century Pair

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An exquisite pair of Chinese antique cloisonné enamel 'millefleur' baluster-form brass vases, meticulously decorated in a traditional design of flowers, birds and butterflies, and fe...

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20th Century Chinese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair
Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very decorative pair of cloisonné vases, made in Japan and dating to the 19th Meiji Period, circa 1875. The vases have a good baluster shape with a circular form. They...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Ceramic

Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden
Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden

Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large symmetrical antique Japanese Meiji period enamel over brass vases. Each vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. Each vase is enameled with a polychrome ima...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Pair 19th Century Cloisonné Vases
Pair 19th Century Cloisonné Vases

Pair 19th Century Cloisonné Vases

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of 19th Century bronze cloisonné vases. These baluster form vessels feature an enameled body with all-over polychrome foliage motifs on a turquoise ground, with two dragon handl...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal, Enamel, Bronze

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Iris Vase Hayashi School
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Iris Vase Hayashi School

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Iris Vase Hayashi School

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the golden age of the Meiji period, delicately worked in fine silver wire and attributed to the celebrated master Hayashi Kodenji. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare antique Japanese cloisonné enamel silver mounted and silver wire vase Late Meiji period circa 1895 . Elongated shape with pronounced neck. Cobalt blue ground color. The obvers...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

1960s Handcrafted Cloisonné Ginger Jar with Chrysanthemum Design
1960s Handcrafted Cloisonné Ginger Jar with Chrysanthemum Design

1960s Handcrafted Cloisonné Ginger Jar with Chrysanthemum Design

Located in Glasgow, GB

A Large Cloisonné Ginger Jar handcrafted by skilled Chinese artisans in the 1960s. This impressive ginger jar showcases exquisite Chinese cloisonné work. Finely decorated with a s...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases
Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases

$4,080Sale Price / set|36% Off

Pair of Chinese Cloisonné Vases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of mid 20th century Chinese cloisonné over ceramic vases. This fun and whimsical pair depicts carp fish in a water scene with possible lotus leaf or lily pad and other water cre...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Of Decorative Green Ginger Cloisonné Jars
Pair Of Decorative Green Ginger Cloisonné Jars

Pair Of Decorative Green Ginger Cloisonné Jars

Located in Kastrup, DK

A pair of decorative ginger cloisonné vases made of brass with enamel work. Richly and beautifully decorated with foliage on a black background. Comes with carved wooden bases. Heigh...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Chinese Cloisonne Vase on Stand with Floral Motif
Chinese Cloisonne Vase on Stand with Floral Motif

Chinese Cloisonne Vase on Stand with Floral Motif

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice Chinese cloisonne vase on stand with floral motif, circa 1970s. The vase is in very good condition with no dings or dents and measure 5.75"D x 11.75"H on a beautiful dark blue...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Enamel

Pair Of Large Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Deer Animals Flowers Pink
Pair Of Large Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Deer Animals Flowers Pink

Pair Of Large Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Deer Animals Flowers Pink

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair of large cloisonne enamel vases richly decorated with cranes and floral motifs. Provenance: Beverly Hills Barakat Gallery Collection. 20"

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Roosters, Birds and Floral Decoration, Meij
Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Roosters, Birds and Floral Decoration, Meij

Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Roosters, Birds and Floral Decoration, Meij

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking antique Japanese cloisonné enamel vase dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1890–1910. The baluster-form vessel features an unusually lively continuous garden scene render...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Enamel

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata
Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji period vase attributed to Kyoto Shibata. Features vivid depictions of birds and floral motifs, showcasing the meticulous application of cloisonne ename...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel, Brass

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Hydrangea Vase Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Hydrangea Vase Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Hydrangea Vase Meiji Period

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese brass and Cloisonne enamel vase. The baluster shaped vase with octagonal black body is enameled with a polychrome design representing a flower composition made in...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Era Enamel Vase Signed Hayashi Yojiro
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Era Enamel Vase Signed Hayashi Yojiro

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Era Enamel Vase Signed Hayashi Yojiro

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel over brass vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow fluted neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of a bird i...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel, Brass

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves
Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Located in Long Island City, NY

An impressive and monumental pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases produced by the Beijing Cloisonné Company, each standing approximately 41 inches in height. These large-scale va...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Mirrored Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Vases with Dragon Motif
Mirrored Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Vases with Dragon Motif

Mirrored Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Vases with Dragon Motif

Located in San Diego, CA

A nice mirrored pair of Chinese cloisonne vases with dragon motif, circa 1960s. The vases are in very good condition with no dings or dents and measure 5.25"D x 12"H. Striking bright white background and detail on this beautiful pair of vintage vases...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Crane Vase Signed OTA
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Crane Vase Signed OTA

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Turquoise Enamel Crane Vase Signed OTA

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine antique Japanese enamel brass vase featuring an elongated body with rounded shoulders and wide short neck. The surface is skillfully decorated with a polychrome cloisonne enam...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Antique Enamel Bronze/Copper Persian Vase Flowers Birds Polychrome, ca 1900
Antique Enamel Bronze/Copper Persian Vase Flowers Birds Polychrome, ca 1900

Antique Enamel Bronze/Copper Persian Vase Flowers Birds Polychrome, ca 1900

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nicely made piece with beautiful colors. Flowers and birds. Additional information: Material: Bronze, Cloisonne & Metal Period: ca 1900 Condition: Some minimal age signs like...

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19th Century Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Tennin
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Tennin

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Vase with Tennin

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji era, 1868 to 1912, cloisonne enamel vase decorated with an image of tennin, a beautiful winged woman dressed in ornate kimono with a flowing scarf that...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Meiji Period Green Ground Bird Floral
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Meiji Period Green Ground Bird Floral

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Meiji Period Green Ground Bird Floral

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely decorated Japanese cloisonné enamel vase dating to the Meiji period, distinguished by its elegant proportions and soft green enamel ground. The form is slender and well-bala...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Monumental Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Monumental Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Monumental Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

Chinese Cloisonne Vase 20.5"

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Chinese Blue Cloisonne Floral Enameled Vase 20thC
Chinese Blue Cloisonne Floral Enameled Vase 20thC

Chinese Blue Cloisonne Floral Enameled Vase 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

Chinese Blue Cloisonne Floral Enameled Vase 20thC. Measures- 9.25"H x 5"W x 5"D. A beautifully crafted Chinese cloisonné vase from the 20th century, featuring intricate floral ...

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20th Century Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Metal

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase, likely created during the Meiji period. Adorned with a dragon image made in cloisonne technique. The vase has a deep black background, whic...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910
Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase, Ca. 1900/1910

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Large Cloisonné Vase in Midnight Blue w/ Flowers and Birds, Ca. 1900/1910 DIMENSIONS: Height: 46 inches Diameter: 51.5 inches ABOUT This exquisite vase is a remarkable te...

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Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons
Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Dueling Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

A striking and highly ambitious Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, remarkable for its monumental scale and dramatic dueling dragon composition, standing an impressive 25 inches tall. Se...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Rare Shape Chinese Cloisonne Snuff Bottle Hand Enameled, 19thC Qing
Rare Shape Chinese Cloisonne Snuff Bottle Hand Enameled, 19thC Qing

Rare Shape Chinese Cloisonne Snuff Bottle Hand Enameled, 19thC Qing

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good example of a small rare shaped triangular Chinese snuff bottle, made from cloisonne´ with hand enamelled decoration depicting various floral designs and complete ...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Bronze

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese copper vase with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period, circa 1890 Golden Age . Elongated shape with pronounced neck. Dragon motif against the dark blue...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel, Copper

Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground
Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground

Pair Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases With Roses on Chalcedony Ground

Located in Long Island City, NY

A superb and highly decorative pair of Japanese Ando cloisonné enamel vases dating to the Taishō or early Shōwa period, executed with elegant naturalistic roses against an exceptiona...

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Mid-20th Century Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard

Antique Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Geometric Patterns Gard

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne vase featuring intricate foliage motifs complemented by two exquisite floral panels. The meticulous craftsmanship in depicting foliage patt...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji Era brass and enamel vase, circa: early 20th century. The baluster form vase is enameled with polychrome images of blossoming flowers and plants and birds made in the Cloisonne technique on a black ground. The border of the base is decorated with a traditional Greek...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Blossom Vase
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Blossom Vase

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Blossom Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, attributed to Hayashi Elongated baluster shape. Intricate cherry blossom and bird motif aga...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Copper, Enamel

Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds
Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds

Large Pair of 20th Century Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Birds

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel copper vases. The urn shaped vases are adorned with polychrome images of birds in blossoming flowers against a bright turquoi...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel, Copper

Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bird Plum Blossoms Bamboo Silver Gray Ground
Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bird Plum Blossoms Bamboo Silver Gray Ground

Ando Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bird Plum Blossoms Bamboo Silver Gray Ground

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel vase, standing 12 inches tall and signed with the Andō mark on the base. The decoration is executed entirely in silver wire, a hallmark of...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Floral Vase with Brass Rim
Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Floral Vase with Brass Rim

Vintage Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Floral Vase with Brass Rim

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a table, mantel, or buffet with this elegant vintage Chinese cloisonné vase, crafted in a classic baluster form and richly decorated with intricate floral motifs. The surfac...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Multi-gemstone, Brass

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bat Bamboo Meiji Period
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bat Bamboo Meiji Period

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Bat Bamboo Meiji Period

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large and visually compelling Japanese cloisonné enamel vase dating to the Meiji period, distinguished by its unusual and highly desirable bat motif. The cylindrical form provides ...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Rare Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lobbed Vases with Dra
Rare Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lobbed Vases with Dra

Rare Large Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Lobbed Vases with Dra

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional and highly decorative pair of Japanese Meiji period cloisonné enamel vases, masterfully executed with an extraordinarily complex arrangement of mythological imagery, s...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Blue Ground Stylized Lotus Design
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Blue Ground Stylized Lotus Design

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Blue Ground Stylized Lotus Design

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large and visually striking cloisonné enamel vase by contemporary Japanese artist Yoshiko Nozue, known for her refined and modern approach to traditional enamel techniques. The vas...

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20th Century Japanese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes
A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes

A Large Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Pink-Ground Vases Featuring Sunset and Cranes

Located in Long Island City, NY

Presenting a truly captivating and highly collectible pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Pink-Ground Vases, attributed to the renowned artist Hayashi Kodenji. These excep...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Cloisonné Gourd Bottle Vase, Asian Ornaments, Circa 1900
Cloisonné Gourd Bottle Vase, Asian Ornaments, Circa 1900

Cloisonné Gourd Bottle Vase, Asian Ornaments, Circa 1900

Located in Greding, DE

Cloisonné Vase for a European royal family in the shape of a gourd bottle, decorated with Asian ornaments and the royal cypher RI 11. Standing on a carved wooden Stand.

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Early 1900s Asian Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Metal

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Wisteria Tree
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Wisteria Tree

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Blossoming Wisteria Tree

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel over brass vase. The vase has an amphora shaped body and a tall narrow neck. The ware is enameled with a polychrome image of wisteria b...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Brass, Enamel

Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Imperial Yellow with Roses
Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Imperial Yellow with Roses

Signed Ando Jubei Japanese Cloisonné Vase Imperial Yellow with Roses

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A very rare Ando Jubei (1876-1956) Rose vase on imperial yellow background in excellent condition. In classic form using colored enamels of burgundy, cream, pink and green to depict ...

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20th Century Japanese Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Metal, Enamel

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase
Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase

Antique Early Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Translucent Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period cloisonne enamel vase. Baluster shaped vase richly adorned with multicolor floral motifs within swirl and scale like patterns. Decorated with a few m...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel White And Pink Dragon Vase
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel White And Pink Dragon Vase

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel White And Pink Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese brass and Cloisonne enamel vase. The baluster shaped vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a white dragon made in the Cloisonne technique. Unmark...

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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cloissoné Vases and Vessels

Materials

Enamel

On 1stDibs: Antique Cloisonné Vases and Other Vessels for Your Home

Liven your home with cloisonné vases, bowls, lamps and other vessels and objects ornamented with lustrous enamel. Technically, enamel is colored glass fused to metal. But that simple description greatly understates the case. Applied using an array of techniques to a wide range of objects, it is one of the most dynamic, and alluring, mediums in the world.

No one knows for sure when or where enameling originated. But, according to the Encyclopedia Britannica, it is widely believed that the decoration on a gold scepter found in a royal Mycenaean tomb at Kourion Kaloriziki, in Cyprus, and dating to the 11th century BC, is a true, early example of the technique.

Between the 6th and 12th centuries AD, cloisonné — in which tiny compartments (cloisons) made by soldering copper filaments to a metal surface are filled with vibrantly hued enamel — had a huge vogue in the Byzantine Empire. By the 7th century, Lombard craftsmen in northern Italy were using enamel to emulate Byzantine objects. In the 12th and 13th centuries, artisans in China imported the technique and made it so much their own that enameled objects have long been associated with Eastern aesthetics and motifs rather than Western ones.

Collectors of authentic antique Chinese furniture and decorative objects know that Ming dynasty-era cloisonné objects are particularly coveted. Although ornamentation was minimal at the time, Ming dynasty furniture often featured carved or painted details of flowers, insects, dragons, fruits and other motifs. As overseas trade expanded, techniques from the West, like cloisonné enamel painting, adorned table screens and other pieces. 

Elaborately decorated Ming-era cloisonné objects and furnishings — vessels and other items featuring lots of vibrant colors and details — are likely to fetch considerable sums at auction, as Chinese cloisonné vases created during the Ming and Qing eras represent a golden age of the country’s furniture design. (Victorian cloisonné is also popular with design enthusiasts.)

Cloisonné wasn’t adopted in Japan until the 1800s. Back then, amid an era of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions during the Meiji period. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.

Today, Meiji-era cloisonné vases or incense burners in good condition are of great interest to collectors of Asian art and furniture produced by the period’s Japanese cloisonné workshops. 

Shop a collection of antique cloisonné vases and other vessels for your home on 1stDibs.

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