Ritas Bazaar has dated this Chinese Cloisonne Brush Washer to the 19th Century.
The decoration was executed by soldering hundreds of fine copper wires onto the copper body to create individual cloisons, which were filled with coloured vitreous enamels before being repeatedly fired and polished. This complex process produced the brilliant colours and refined finish associated with the finest Chinese cloisonné.
The substantial copper body is of compressed globular form with an inverted rim and a short ring foot. Both the exterior and interior are decorated with continuous spiral cloud scrolls and stylised lotus blossoms against a rich turquoise-blue ground. The inner walls are additionally enriched with an imbricated fish-scale wire pattern beneath translucent enamel, demonstrating the remarkable precision of the workmanship.
The underside is fully counter-enamelled in matching turquoise and retains characteristic historic firing pinholes and kiln pitting. The unmarked base is typical of Chinese cloisonné produced during this period, while the exposed copper rim and foot preserve their original dark historic patina.
Dimensions:
Weight 758 g
Height 6.8 cm
Diameter 20 cm
Condition:
Excellent antique condition with only minimal enamel pinholes consistent with age and light wear to the exposed copper rim.
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Ritas Bazaar has dated this Chinese Cloisonne Brush Washer to the 19th Century.
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Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Scholar's Brush Washer, Beijing, c.1890
