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Description

Box with lid which together form a squat, flattened sphere joined at the mid-section with exposed brass rim, wires and raised single ring foot. Base within foot is enamelled light blue, as is inside of box and lid. Outside of box has 4 red 5-petalled flowers on black ground which is filled with brass wire scrolls, with ring of red half-circles around upper edge. Lower edge of lid also has a ring of half-circles. Lid has symmetrical design of red and green leaves and 3 blue and light red flowers on wire stems, with wire scroll designs radiating from centre.

History Of Use

The technique of making cloisonne enamel was first introduced to China in the 14th century or perhaps earlier, having evolved in Europe and the Middle East. This piece is probably of the late 19th century to early 20th century manufacture, made for export or for sale to Europeans.

Item History

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