Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Covered Lidded Jar
Asian Decorative Arts

Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Covered Lidded Jar

This is a traditional Chinese cloisonné enamel ginger jar or storage vessel featuring a domed lid with a brass finial. The piece is constructed with a brass or copper base, decorated using the cloisonné technique where thin metal wires (cloisons) are applied to the surface to create intricate patterns that are then filled with colored glass enamels. The primary ground color is a vibrant turquoise blue with a geometric 'wan' symbol or key-fret diaper pattern in the background. The main decorative body features large, stylized lotus or peony blossoms in shades of white, lavender, and maroon, accented by green foliage. The neck of the jar displays scrolling vines and ruyi heads in yellow and multi-colored enamels. The craftsmanship appears to be 20th-century, likely Republic Period or early Mid-Century, mimicking late Qing Dynasty styles. Condition-wise, there appears to be visible pitting and some surface oxidation on the exposed brass rims and finial, common for its age. A slight darkening of the enamel suggests some surface grime, but no major cracks or 'bruising' to the enamel are immediately apparent from the photo. The interior is likely finished in a solid blue or green counter-enamel to prevent metal corrosion.

Estimated Value

$100 - $250

Basic Information

Category

Asian Decorative Arts

Appraised On

April 10, 2026

Estimated Value

$100 - $250

Item Description

This is a traditional Chinese cloisonné enamel ginger jar or storage vessel featuring a domed lid with a brass finial. The piece is constructed with a brass or copper base, decorated using the cloisonné technique where thin metal wires (cloisons) are applied to the surface to create intricate patterns that are then filled with colored glass enamels. The primary ground color is a vibrant turquoise blue with a geometric 'wan' symbol or key-fret diaper pattern in the background. The main decorative body features large, stylized lotus or peony blossoms in shades of white, lavender, and maroon, accented by green foliage. The neck of the jar displays scrolling vines and ruyi heads in yellow and multi-colored enamels. The craftsmanship appears to be 20th-century, likely Republic Period or early Mid-Century, mimicking late Qing Dynasty styles. Condition-wise, there appears to be visible pitting and some surface oxidation on the exposed brass rims and finial, common for its age. A slight darkening of the enamel suggests some surface grime, but no major cracks or 'bruising' to the enamel are immediately apparent from the photo. The interior is likely finished in a solid blue or green counter-enamel to prevent metal corrosion.

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