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

19th century
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Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel 'Bird Sitting on Branch' Charger. Circa 1860s.

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 unrestored condition and good circular shape. Some enamel loss to outer-edge of base on reverse (at back of charger).

[Display stand not part of Sale].

Dimensions: Height = 7cm; Diameter = 50cm (approx).

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Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
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Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger to the 1860s.

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SA1141247
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D:00617
Description
Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel 'Bird Sitting on Branch' Charger. Circa 1860s.

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.
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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.

fig 1. A large circular Japanese cloisonne enamel charger depicting a central bird on a branch surrounded by floral and geometric pattern fields.
fig 1. Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird Sitting on Branch Charger (50cm). Late Edo Period. Circa 1860s.

Condition: Excellent unrestored condition and good circular shape. Some enamel loss to outer-edge of base on reverse (at back of charger).

[Display stand not part of Sale].

Dimensions: Height = 7cm; Diameter = 50cm (approx).

Height
50cm (19.69")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1141247
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00617
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Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird Sitting on Branch Charger (50cm). Late Edo Period. Circa 1860s.

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A large circular Japanese cloisonne enamel charger depicting a central bird on a branch surrounded by floral and geometric pattern fields.
Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird Sitting on Branch Charger (50cm). Late Edo Period. Circa 1860s.
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Japanese cloisonne is an enamelling technique where metal strips or wires are soldered to a metal base to create compartments, which are then filled with vitreous enamel paste and fired.

Traditional Japanese chargers feature a base of copper or brass, fine copper or silver wires to outline designs, and mineral-based glass enamel powders fused through heat.

Edo period cloisonne typically displays heavier metal bases, darker enamel grounds, and visible wire work with minor pitting or surface irregularities compared to later flawless Meiji production.

A large charger can be mounted on a wall as decorative art, displayed upright on a plate stand atop a sideboard, or placed flat on a table as a centrepiece focal point.

Clean cloisonne using a soft, dry lint-free cloth to remove dust, avoiding abrasive chemicals, water submersion, or ultrasonic cleaners that could damage delicate enamel.
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