Antique Chinese cloisonne lidded box, circular, imperial openwork, enamel on brass, Butterfly and floral design, turquoise enamel interior

Antique Chinese cloisonne lidded box, circular, imperial openwork, enamel on brass, Butterfly and floral design, turquoise enamel interior

$135.00

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A beautiful vintage Chinese cloisonne box, in the imperial openwork style. The estimated date of production is the late 19th century or early 20 century. Brass with enamel detailing. Round, lidded, with blue enamel interior. The top panel features a charming pattern of butterflies and a single flower, with future enameled flower detailed set into the raised metal work on the sides. An unusual piece. Some tiny pit holes in the surface, most visible under magnification.


Weight: 4 ounces

Measurements: 3" in diameter, 1.75" high

Condition: Excellent vintage. No noticeable loss or damage. Some tiny pit holes but only noticeable in the blown-up photograph.

Found by The Wandering Poetess at an estate sale in Darien CT

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