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A pair of early Qing dynasty cloisonné enamel hexagonal wooden lidded jars

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Asian Antiques - China Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:2,500.00 - 3,500.00 USD
A pair of early Qing dynasty cloisonné enamel hexagonal wooden lidded jars
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This is a pair of finely crafted hexagonal lidded jars, executed in cloisonné enamel over copper, dating to the late Qing to early Republic period. Each jar is decorated with stylized motifs of flowering branches and pine trees in shades of blue, turquoise, and purple enamel, set against a textured gilt-bronze ground. The lids are fitted with openwork knop finials resembling lotus-pod or melon stems, adding a decorative flourish. The six-sided bodies subtly bulge at the center, indicating sophisticated metalworking techniques. Both pieces rest on their original carved wooden stands, enhancing their display presence. Such pairs of cloisonné jars were often used for interior decoration or as containers for tea, incense, or spices in wealthy households. The pair is well preserved, with vibrant enamel and clear outlines, making them fine examples of late 19th to early 20th century Chinese cloisonné craftsmanship.