Chinese Cloisonné Vase With Floral Decoration, 18th Century

A superb Chinese cloisonné enameled copper vase, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 18th century, with exquisitely detailed polychrome decoration. The globular body with its slender neck features a sumptuous decoration of stylized lotus flowers and scrolling foliage, highlighted by typically Chinese geometric motifs. The enamels, in dominant shades of turquoise blue, celadon green, iron red, white, and golden yellow, are remarkably vibrant and perfectly blended. The neck and inner base are covered with a sky-blue enamel, characteristic of 18th-century production. The gilt brass rims and bands harmoniously frame the whole, enhancing the brilliance of the colors and the regularity of the decoration. This vase testifies to the technical and aesthetic mastery achieved during the Qing dynasty, a period considered the golden age of decorative arts. It illustrates the rich symbolism of cloisonné, an art combining metal and fire, a symbol of harmony and longevity. Height: 34 cm; base diameter: 9.3 cm; widest diameter: approximately 16 cm