Enamel Furniture

An exceptional and beautifully executed Japanese cloisonne enamel box signed Inaba, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. Distinguished by its magnificent golden yellow enamel grou...

A very rare Mid Century Modern round table in the "Etruscan Spiral" pattern, by the celebrated designer's Philip and Kelvin Laverne, circa 1960. While Philip and Kelvin LaVerne init...

An exceptionally colorful and intricately decorated Japanese cloisonne enamel vase dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895, distinguished by its extraordinary allover floral compositi...

An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket box attributed to the celebrated Inaba workshop, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. Distinguished by its magnificent coiled drag...

A pair of matching antique Japanese copper vases with polychrome cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Baluster shape. Birds and greenery motif against the turquoise ...

A Japanese enamel over copper vase. The vase has a globular shaped body and a narrow neck with a fluted mouth. The vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a pair of dr...

An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket box, attributed to the celebrated Inaba workshop, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1890–1900. Beautifully proportioned and extraordi...

Japanese Cloisonne Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji, circa 1895 Description An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket b...

A Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period, attributed to the Honda school. Measuring 7 ½ inches tall, the vase has a rounded body, a slender neck and a gently flared mou...

Marvelous and truly unique large solid brass arch table lamp in a gorgeous combination of polished brass, brushed bronzed brass, and black enameled brass, completed by an off-white p...

*** FREE IMPORT FEES TO USA *** Cartier Paris Baignoire 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock, Black Enamel, 1980s An exquisite vintage Cartier Paris mechanical alarm ...

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase of the Meiji period, circa 1890, attributed to the celebrated Nagoya enamel master Hayashi Kodenji (1831–1915). Distinguished by its bri...

An exceptionally rare and unusually large Japanese cloisonne enamel box of the Nagoya School, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880–1900. Distinguished by its extraordinary decorati...

An exceptional and unusually large Japanese cloisonne enamel box, signed Inaba on the underside, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. A magnificent example of Japanese decorative ...

A striking Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1890. Standing 10 inches tall, the vase features a rich red ground and an ele...

Produced by Jese Möbel in the 1960s, this height-adjustable table features a rectangular light wood top mounted on four slender tapered legs in black enamel with brass foot caps. A b...

An exquisite French Art Deco circular hinged silver box, dating to circa 1920, featuring a magnificent cobalt-blue guilloché enamel lid. The lid is beautifully decorated with a vibr...

Green enamel industrial wall light with white interior. Diameter cast iron wall mount: 10.5 cm / 4” cm, 2 holes to secure. Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All...

Striking 1969 Jere wall sculpture featuring a lively grouping of dimensional butterflies arranged along a branching metal framework. Each butterfly is individually formed in metal wi...

An exceptional and unusually elaborate Indian Mughal-style jeweled silver, gold-inlaid, and polychrome enamel box, dating to the mid-to-late nineteenth century, circa 1860. Distingui...

An exceptional 1930's Art Deco uranium glass vase originating from the Czech Republic. Heavily decorated and most glorious geometric decoration. High quality with the most beautiful ...

A striking vintage enamelware cookware collection comprising seven saucepans in graduated sizes and one coordinating lid. Each piece features a white enameled body with vivid red tri...

British blue enamel and nickel plated brass desk light 2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch Available with UK / US plug B22 bulb holder Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced pe...

An exceptionally rare and monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel on porcelain covered jars, attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enameler Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), associated with the important Shippo Gaisha workshop, circa 1875–1885. These magnificent covered jars represent an extraordinary achievement in Japanese decorative arts during the early Meiji period. Their monumental proportions, exceptionally elaborate polychrome decoration, unusual porcelain construction, and remarkable state of preservation as a matched pair distinguish them as important examples of nineteenth-century Japanese craftsmanship. Each jar is of imposing ovoid form, rising to pronounced shoulders and a short cylindrical neck, surmounted by an elaborate domed cover with a projecting rim and distinctive flattened finial. Every visible surface is richly decorated with exceptionally intricate cloisonné enamelwork, combining naturalistic floral ornament with sophisticated geometric patterns and elaborate architectural borders. The principal bodies are covered in delicate polychrome floral sprays against a rich aubergine-brown ground, with blossoms in shades of yellow, white, orange, lavender, and pale blue, interspersed with brilliant turquoise and emerald-green foliage. The flowers are surrounded by an intricate network of scrolling tendrils, creating a remarkably harmonious decorative composition. Dominating the principal faces are magnificent ornamental medallions outlined in yellow enamel, incorporating alternating sections of emerald-green latticework and cobalt-blue geometric patterns. These elaborate reserves frame symmetrical compositions of scrolling arabesques, stylized foliage, and floral motifs in turquoise, pale blue, coral, white, and green. Particularly striking are the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling ornaments appearing on the sides of the jars, which bear compelling stylistic similarities to documented examples associated with Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha. The shoulders, necks, and covers are enriched with exceptionally complex geometric borders incorporating interlocking fretwork, repeating triangular patterns, and delicate spiral ornament. Even the flattened finials are individually decorated with multicolored floral motifs, demonstrating the extraordinary attention devoted to every detail. The monumental scale, remarkable complexity of decoration, and unusual porcelain construction make this pair an outstanding example of jitai shippo (磁胎七宝), the technically demanding Japanese art of cloisonné enamel applied to porcelain rather than the more conventional metal foundation. Attribution to Takeuchi Chubei and the Shippo Gaisha: Takeuchi Chubei was an important Japanese enameler active during the Meiji period, particularly associated with the production of cloisonné enamel on porcelain. This specialized technique required close collaboration between porcelain manufacturers and master enamelers, with ceramic bodies produced in centers such as Seto and subsequently decorated with intricate wire-defined enamelwork in the Nagoya region. The attribution of the present monumental pair to Takeuchi Chubei is supported by significant stylistic and technical comparisons with signed examples offered at Christie's and documented works preserved in important Japanese and American museum collections. Of particular importance is a rare pair of cloisonné enamelled porcelain vases offered at Christie's, Japanese Craftsmanship: Art of the Meiji Period, Lot 86, bearing the signature Dainihon seizo Shippo gaisha kojin Takeuchi Chubei. The Christie's pair, measuring approximately 35.7 cm in height, incorporates elaborate scrolling motifs, stylized flowers, and richly colored geometric ornament. The distinctive decorative vocabulary bears particularly compelling similarities to the present monumental jars, especially the large turquoise and cobalt-blue scrolling compositions. A further important comparison is a signed cloisonné enamelled Arita porcelain vase offered at Christie's, measuring approximately 58 cm in height and bearing the signature Shippo Takeuchi Chubei. The auction catalogue references a closely related example preserved in the Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum, Japan. Important Museum Comparisons: The significance of Takeuchi Chubei's work is further demonstrated by examples preserved in major institutional collections. Tokyo National Museum, Japan The museum preserves an important pair of large covered porcelain jars decorated with birds and flowers, dated 1881, with porcelain bodies attributed to Kawamoto Masukichi...

A large and exceptionally detailed Japanese cloisonné enamel and Satsuma ceramic vase dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880 to 1900. Standing an impressive 19 inches tall, the vase ...

industrial lamp dark/grey enamel white interior Shipped in parts, easy to put together Weight: 7.5 kg / 16.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by in...

French industrial pendant Green enamel with brass top Weight: 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandes...

Comprising a pair of finely sculpted patinated bronze standing Oni figures, each depicted atop a boulder and holding a plant-form bowl in outstretched arms. Height 10.75 inches (27.5...

Small French green enamel industrial pendant 2 meter black cotton flex Measure: Weight 0.3 kg / 0.7 lb E14 bulb holder. Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitab...

*** FREE IMPORT FEES TO USA *** Cartier Paris Baignoire 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock, Cream Enamel, 1980s An exquisite vintage Cartier Paris mechanical alarm cloc...

A Japanese cloisonne enamel vase by the Inaba Company of Kyoto. The vase features a vibrant teal green ground decorated with flowering plum blossom branches. The delicate wirework ou...

Finely Crafted Cloisonné Enamel Inkwell in Gilt Bronze France, late 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 6 x 11 x 7 cm Elegant inkwell made of gilt bronze with an elaborately execu...

An antique Japanese late Meiji era vase of a baluster shape with a narrow fluted neck. The metal vase is adorned with a polychrome image of a dragon made in the Cloisonne technique o...

In creating a prototype, Ward Bennett actually cut off a section of a steel I-beam to achieve the raw aesthetic he was after. Here, a pair of solid enameled steel side tables after h...

An elegant late 19th-century Wedgwood mantel clock, dating to circa 1890, featuring the distinctive blue and white Jasperware decoration for which the celebrated English manufacturer...

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Mid-Century and Art Deco style pendant lamp by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, Italy, 1940s. This chandelier is composed of a brass ...

A beautifully rendered English tole tea tray, painted with an extensive chinoiserie landscape in gilt and bronze powder against a black lacquer ground. The rolled rim encloses a dens...

Few 19th-century French faience services embody the elegance, artistic refinement and poetic spirit of the Japonisme movement as beautifully as Jules Vieillard Bordeaux’s celebrated “Nella” pattern. More than a dinner service, this remarkable ensemble is a hand-painted work of art, where every piece celebrates nature through an extraordinary variety of exotic birds, flowering branches, butterflies and delicate insects. No two plates are exactly alike, making each place setting a unique composition while preserving the perfect harmony of the whole. Founded in Bordeaux in 1845, the Jules Vieillard manufactory became one of France’s most prestigious ceramic producers. By the 1870s it employed nearly 1,300 craftsmen, ranking among the country’s leading faience manufacturers. Its artistic creations were celebrated at the great international exhibitions of the nineteenth century, including the Gold Medal awarded at the Paris Universal Exposition of 1878, a distinction that firmly established the international reputation of the Bordeaux factory. Created during this golden period, the “Nella” pattern is now regarded as one of the manufactory’s finest and rarest achievements. Inspired by the discovery of Japanese art in Europe during the second half of the nineteenth century, it perfectly reflects the new decorative language that transformed European ceramics. Every piece was individually moulded in fine faience, fired, then meticulously hand-painted by master decorators using coloured enamels before receiving its final transparent glaze and being fired once again. This demanding process ensured exceptional brilliance while allowing each painter complete artistic freedom. Rather than reproducing a single repetitive design, every plate was intentionally decorated with its own individual composition. Kingfishers, parrots and other exotic birds rest upon blossoming branches of prunus, peonies, irises and wild roses. Butterflies, dragonflies and tiny ladybirds animate the white ground with remarkable delicacy, creating the impression of a living garden. The asymmetrical compositions, generous areas of untouched white and graceful movement throughout the decoration perfectly express the refined aesthetic of French Japonisme. Complete “Nella” services have become extraordinarily scarce. Intended for everyday use within distinguished households, most examples were gradually dispersed or damaged over nearly one hundred and fifty years. Today, large coherent ensembles with their original serving pieces seldom appear on the international market. According to family history, this exceptional service remained for generations in an elegant maison de maître on the French Riviera before entering the antiques market. Unlike most surviving examples, which are composed predominantly of plates, this magnificent ensemble retains an unusually rich selection of original serving pieces together with its complete coffee service, making it equally desirable for collectors, designers and prestigious private residences. Composition — 83 Pieces * 27 Dinner Plates – Ø 25 cm (9.84 in) * 14 Soup Plates – Ø 25.5 cm (10.04 in) * 16 Dessert Plates – Ø 22.5 cm (8.86 in) * 1 Covered Soup Tureen * 2 Covered Vegetable Tureens * 1 Covered Serving Dish * 2 Large Oval Serving Platters * 1 Large Fish Platter * 1 Shell-Shaped Compotier * 2 Covered Sauce Boats with Attached Stands * 1 Covered Mustard Pot * 1 Coffee Pot * 1 Covered Sugar Bowl * 1 Milk Jug * 10 Coffee Cups * 11 Coffee Saucers Every piece bears the JVB factory mark beneath, while the principal serving pieces are additionally marked “Nella”, confirming the authenticity of this prestigious model. The overall condition is exceptional considering its age of approximately 150 years. The enamels retain remarkable freshness and brilliance, while the glaze remains beautifully preserved. Minor imperfections are limited to a few discreet hairlines, one deep serving dish displaying slight age-related darkening, one coffee saucer with noticeable staining and the expected traces of careful domestic use accumulated over generations. These small imperfections are entirely consistent with the age of the service and do not detract from its extraordinary visual impact. More than simply an antique dinner service...

Small Dutch white enamel industrial pendant 2 meter black cotton flex Weight 0.75 kg / 1.7 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standa...

An impressive antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period, circa 1900, decorated with flowering narcissus against a rich translucent red ground. Measuring 26 inches ...

Rectangular pocket cigarette case in the shape of a diary in 925/1000 sterling silver, lid with translucent fired enamel on guilloché, with black lined edge, with lost, i.e. semi-inv...

Wonderful and unique set of four Mid-Century coat hooks entirely crafted from solid brass and enriched with black and coral red enamel details. This elegant set was produced in Italy...

A rare and exquisitely decorated Meiji Period circa 1890 Japanese cloisonne enamel jewelry chest attributed to Inaba, fashioned as a miniature cabinet with ...

Beautiful modernist jewelry box designed and produced by J. Capo Esmaltes in Spain during the 1970's. This handcrafted woodbox with pink, blue and brown enamel details is a true work...

From the Mid Century. The 4 great Chinese carved cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture to complete the famous historical figures of "the Four Beauties", Xi Shi, Diaochan, Wang Zhaoju...

Vintage industrial pendant made of green enamel with brass top. white interior and frosted glass Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suita...

Monumental Barbedienne Ormolu, Onyx & Champlevé Enamel Figural Clock, 19th C. An extraordinary and monumental French 19th-century ormolu, onyx, and champlevé enamel figural mant...

A great Chinese Guanyin cloisonné enameled figurine/sculpture holding a fan with intricated design on the entire body and standing on a fitte...

John Hutton for Donghia black center table composed of wood finished in high-gloss enamel, tapered square legs, metal casters and a single drawer. Two available, sold individually.

Green enamel industrial wall light with white interior. Diameter cast iron wall mount: 10.5 cm / 4” cm, 2 holes to secure. Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All...

Monumental Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, Circa 1890 An extraordinary and exceptionally large Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period (1868–1912),...

Black enamel German railroad wall light black enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm, 2 holes to secure Weight: 3.30 kg / 7.3 lb Priced per individual item....

A monumental Japanese cloisonné enamel and ceramic vase dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1890 to 1912. Standing 22 1/4 inches tall, this impressive vase is approximately three ...

French factory wall light green / petrol enamel, white interior Diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4 inches 2 holes to secure Weight: 1.80 kg / 4 lb Priced per individual it...

An impressive large decorative wall plate by Zsolnay Pécs, Hungary, richly decorated with an exotic parrot surrounded by stylized flowerin...

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...

Set of Four Silver Gilt and Polychrome Enameled Open Salt Cellars and Spoons, marked Faberge and with "88" marks. Weight: 4.60 ozt.; cellar: 1.25" H x 1.5" Diameter.  Provenan...

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Yelow background Dragon Vases 15" inches

An exceptional late 19th-century French enameled earthenware vase by Jules Vieillard & Cie of Bordeaux, dating to circa 1880. An elaborate example of French Japonisme pottery, co...

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...