What is an enamel bronze vase?

It is a decorative vessel cast from bronze, brass, or copper and ornamented with fired vitreous enamel. These pieces combine metallic structures with colourful glass pastes. They originate from various traditions, including Chinese export workshops, Japanese Meiji period studios, and nineteenth-century French makers.

How were these vases used?

Historically, they served as ornamental mantelpiece ornaments, display pieces, or centrepieces in affluent homes. Their rich colours and metallic sheen projected refined taste. Many examples were later converted into table lamps or incorporated into clock garniture sets to suit changing domestic lighting needs.

How do I live with one?

Place your vessel where ambient light can catch the glazed enamel surfaces and the gilt bronze mounts. Ensure it rests on a stable, level surface due to the inherent weight of the cast metal. Keep them away from direct, harsh sunlight and clean them gently with a dry, soft cloth to preserve the delicate enamel and metal patination.

How do I tell periods apart?

Nineteenth-century French pieces often feature Rococo revival styling with heavy ormolu mounts and Sevres-style porcelain combinations. Asian items from the same era display traditional motifs like flora, fauna, and archaic bronze forms. Meiji period Japanese works and Qing dynasty Chinese pieces show distinct wirework styles and enamel palettes that reflect their specific regional craftsmanship.

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An enamel bronze vase brings together cast metal and vitreous colour, offering distinct decorative weight and rich surface detail for the room.

Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.

19th century

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Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.

From Judy Fox Antiques

£2,400

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Pair Fine 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Lamps.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£12,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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19th century

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Nineteenth Century Oriental Bronze Lamp

From Baggott & Co.

£495

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Pair of Small Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vases – Circa 1930

1900 - 1920

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Pair of Small Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vases – Circa 1930

From Kingsdown Antiques

£155

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19th century

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Large Pair French Cloisonné + Ormolu Candelabra, 19th Century.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£15,000

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19th century

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Pair Chinese Cloisonné Vases / Lamps, 19th Century

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£5,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Fine, Cloisonné Vase Circa 1900. Japanese Vase. Meiji Q

1900 - 1920

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Fine, Cloisonné Vase Circa 1900. Japanese Vase. Meiji Q

From Frank Craig Antiques

£175

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19th century

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A Large Late 19th Century Archaic Japanese Cloisonne and Bronze Vase

From Carradale Farm Antiques

£225

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A Large 19th C Famille Verte Vase Gilt Mounted as a Lamp

19th century

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A Large 19th C Famille Verte Vase Gilt Mounted as a Lamp

From Macintosh Antiques

£1,650

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Antique Large Quality Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Vase C1900

1900 - 1920

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Antique Large Quality Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Vase C1900

From Prior and Willis

£836

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Listings feature items spanning the Victorian era, the Meiji period, and the Qing dynasty, utilising brass, copper, porcelain, and gilt bronze alongside enamel.

19th century

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Large Pair of Rose Medallion 19th Century Vases or Lamps

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£8,500

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Enamel Vase

19th century

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Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Enamel Vase

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£2,800

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Decorated Bronze Vase

19th century

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Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Decorated Bronze Vase

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£495

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19th century

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Antique 19th Century Cloisonne Chinese Vase

From H & H Gallery

£15,000

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Enamel Bronze Vase

Pair of Ormolu Mounted Cloisonne Enamel Vases as Lamps, 19th Cent.

Pair Fine 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Lamps.

Nineteenth Century Oriental Bronze Lamp

Pair of Small Antique Japanese Cloisonné Vases – Circa 1930

Large Pair French Cloisonné + Ormolu Candelabra, 19th Century.

Pair Chinese Cloisonné Vases / Lamps, 19th Century

Fine, Cloisonné Vase Circa 1900. Japanese Vase. Meiji Q

A Large Late 19th Century Archaic Japanese Cloisonne and Bronze Vase

A Large 19th C Famille Verte Vase Gilt Mounted as a Lamp

Antique Large Quality Japanese Bronze Champleve Enamel Vase C1900

Large Pair of Rose Medallion 19th Century Vases or Lamps

Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Enamel Vase

Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Decorated Bronze Vase

Antique 19th Century Cloisonne Chinese Vase

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