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ANTIQUE #SA1141247

Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird Sitting On Branch Charger (50cm). Late Edo Period. Circa 1860.

£2,000    $2,726    €2,351
Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel ''Bird Sitting on Branch'' Charger. Circa 1860.
 
 
Finely decorated early Japanese cloisonne piece. Central decoration with Bird sitting ob a branch.
 
 
Surrounded by elaborate circular brocade, stylised waves, mosaic crosshatching and grasses. High-quality cloisonné with skilled brass wire work and multi- coloured enamels. Body is decorated with patterns of Karakusa flowers,geometrical patterns and three finely decorated panels containing miniature birds that. The dark green enamel is unique to this era and came about through a botched attempt at recreating the turquoise blue of Ming Dynasty cloisonné. Substantial use of wires, both decorative and functional in anchoring the enamel in early Japanese cloisonne work. Attributed to the factory of Kaji Tsunekichi (1803–83) with fine wire work and enamelling technique of the period.
 
 
Condition: Excellent condition and good circular shape. [Display stand not part of Sale].
 
 
Dimensions: Height = 7cm; Diameter = 50cm (approx).
 
Internal Reference: D:00617
Antique Number: SA1141247
Dateline of this antique is 1860
Height is 50cm (19.7inches)
Width is 50cm (19.7inches)
Depth is 7cm (2.8inches)
Antique #SA1141247, shown on this page, originates from 1860. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
1860
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