Antique Japanese Cloisonne Goldstone Enamelled Box, Meiji Period, 1868 1912
St Pierre D'Exideuil, France
£171 per item
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Item details
Height
5.5 cm
Width
11.0 cm
Depth
9.5 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
This is a genuine antique, Japanese, Meiji period (1868-19112) cloisonné brass and enameled goldstone lidded box. An unusual shape, being almost diamond in shape. In true Japanese style, it has a row of circles around the lower and upper rims of both the lid and the base, in this particular item, in brick red. There is a gorgeous floral design on the lid, in the center of which is a white bird, probably a dove. The surrounding floral design is made up of cobalt blue, turquoise and white with the copper base (goldstone) showing through and glittering all over the surface. The lid is edged in brass, each little circle handmade and then filled with the brick red enamel. Two rows make up the edge of the lid. The lower edge of the lid that sits on the bottom part is edged in brass. The bottom part of the box has a top rim made in brass and beneath this is the lovely enameled work with another two rows of brick red circles and another intricate design (please see photos for a visual description). Here again, the copper is showing through and glittering all over the surface. It is a very tactile object and feels very smooth. The interior of the box is in turquoise enamel as is its base. A very collectible item, this lidded cloisonné box is in a fabulous vintage condition. Ready to be added to a collection. A lovely gift for any occasion.
"The Chinese introduced cloisonné, an ancient art of decorating metal vessels, to Japan in the 1830s. Through this technique, artists create intricately compartmentalized designs with soldered metal wires, fill them with colored enamel, then fire, grind and polish them. Objects that are embellished with cloisonné designs, like the technique itself, are often also called cloisonné." (Taken from Antique Trader)
Condition report:
Obvious signs of age are apparent on the interior with some light rusting.
Additional dimensions information:
4 1/4 inches in length by 3 3/4 inches in width and stands 2 1/4 inches tall. Weight is 222 grams.
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Estimated delivery time
Less than one week
Free collection available
Yes
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- Selling at Vinterior since 2023
- 33 sales
- Ships from St Pierre D'Exideuil, France
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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