Vase With Enamel Appraisal

Chinese Cloisonné Style Hexagonal Vase - Blue Enamel Birds

This is a Chinese Cloisonné Style Hexagonal Vase, showcasing intricate enamel work. The vase stands approximately 26cm tall and features a multi-faceted, hexagonal body that broadens towards the middle and tapers into a flared neck. The primary color is a vibrant turquoise blue enamel, serving as the backdrop for detailed scenes of birds, foliage, and possibly butterflies, all rendered in polychrome enamels. The design prominently features avian motifs, with several birds, including what appears to be a peacock-like bird with a long tail, perched on or near flowering branches. The enamel work shows fine wires (cloisons) delineating the different color areas, a characteristic of cloisonné. Gold-colored banding or filigree runs along the edges of the hexagonal facets, separating the larger pictorial panels and adding to the opulent aesthetic. The top and bottom sections of the vase, including the rim and base, are adorned with elaborate geometric and floral patterns in various blues, yellows, reds, and greens, contributing to the overall decorative richness. While described as 'Qianlong Mark Vintage,' its 'cloisonné style' rather than genuine cloisonné suggests it might be a later piece, possibly a modern decorative item replicating the aesthetic of historical Chinese cloisonné. The condition appears good from the visible image, with no obvious major chips, cracks, or repairs, though a detailed inspection would be needed to confirm this. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, with precise application of enamel and intricate detailing in the scenes. It's unclear if it's true cloisonné with embedded wires or transfer prints mimicking the style.