Chinese Jade, Carnelian, and Quartz Flower Model in a Cloisonné Enamel Planter

Chinese hardstone flower model in a cloisonné enamel flowerpot Chinese, 20th Century Height 18cm, width 11cm, depth 11cm This intricate flower model combines super cloisonné enamelling with several carved semi-precious stones, making it a highly collectable object. A metal trunk is set within the planter, treated with resin to evoke the natural texture of the bark. The trompe l’oeil illusion is continued via the branches, which are comprised of wire wrapped with brown thread. The branches are capped with a number of nephrite leaves and hardstone blooms, which contrast dark green shades with light red and pink flowers. The petals are carved from carnelian, rose quartz, and jade, and these hardstones can connote symbolic symbolism such as strength and healing. Each bloom is centred by a beaded stigma, the bright colours of which stand out against the hardstones. The cloisonné enamel planter...

Large Chinese hardstone model of a flower tree in a cloisonné enamel planter Chinese, 20th Century Height 48cm, width 39cm, depth 23cm Craf...

This small beautiful jewel like piece of Chinese fine art is a very pleasing ornamental bonsai tree. The tree stands in a brightly coloured cloisonne enamelled shallow pot which is ...

This small jewel like tree is Chinese and dates to circa 1920. It represents a flowering Prunus bonsai tree. The tree is displayed in a shallow rectangular planter made from gilt br...