ca. 1890–1930 - Ginger jar (2) - Ginger jar - Koper, Email - Chinese cloisonné
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A matching mirrored pair of Chinese cloisonné ginger jars with copper bodies and enamel on a deep black ground, dated ca. 1900–1910, each about 16 cm high and 15 cm wide with weights of 636 g and 652 g.
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Chinese cloisonné lidded pots as a mirrored pair. Lotus motif on a black background. China ca. 1890–1930.
Description
An exceptional pair of high-level Chinese cloisonné lid pots. This set is deliberately made as a pair. The left and right together form one composition. Symmetry is central.
The pots have a classic rounded shape with perfectly fitting lids. This type was used in formal Chinese interiors, on sideboards or in reception rooms where balance and status needed to be visible.
The decor features lotus flowers and leaves on a deep black background. In Chinese culture, the lotus symbolizes purity, continuity, and inner peace. The flower grows out of muddy water yet remains clear. Therefore, this motif was chosen for objects with symbolic value.
The background is filled with stylized cloud motifs. Clouds symbolize harmony, protection, and prosperity. Together with the lotus, they form a classic Chinese symbol of good fortune.
Technique and craftsmanship
Cloisonné is completely handmade.
Copper body, handcrafted.
Thin copper wire carefully bent for the pattern.
Each cell filled with email individually.
Multiple firing cycles
Long-lasting grinding and polishing
Gold-colored lines as finishing touches
The details indicate aged craftsmanship. Soft color transitions. Light transparent enamel in leaves and flower petals. Fine grinding marks under the glaze. Old turquoise enamel on the foot. No modern uniform blue.
Period and origin
China
Let Qing until the early Republic.
ca. 1890–1930
Condition
Excellent for the age.
No cracks
No hairlines.
No restorations visible.
Original lids
Pot and lid go together.
rarity
Loose cloisonné pots are seen more often.
An exact matching pair of mirrors with identical shape, decor, and quality is rare.
This clearly raises the set to a collectible level.
Dimensions and weight
Height: 16 cm
Width: 15 cm
Weight pot 1: 636 grams
Weight pot 2: 652 grams
Why is this a sought-after plot of land?
Consciously manufactured as a symmetrical set.
Classical Chinese symbolism
High-quality manual cloisonné
Period around 1900
Highly decorative and collectible object
We are Mies & Nuno from Cherry Picking.
We collect what is too beautiful to forget and give it a second life.
Sustainable, stylish, and with a keen eye for detail.
Not perfect, but just right.
SEO
Pair of Chinese cloisonné lid pots
Pair of Chinese cloisonné ginger jars
Antique cloisonné China
Chinese cloisonné lotus motif
Cloisonné from the late Qing dynasty
Chinese enamel copper jars
Antique Chinese cloisonne set
Asian art cloisonne jars
Chinese decorative lidded jars
Cloisonné black ground lotus
Pair of Chinese cloisonne ginger jars
Early 20th century Chinese cloisonne
Chinese export cloisonné around 1900
Collectible Chinese cloisonne jars
Chinese cloisonné lidded pots as a mirrored pair. Lotus motif on a black background. China ca. 1890–1930.
Description
An exceptional pair of high-level Chinese cloisonné lid pots. This set is deliberately made as a pair. The left and right together form one composition. Symmetry is central.
The pots have a classic rounded shape with perfectly fitting lids. This type was used in formal Chinese interiors, on sideboards or in reception rooms where balance and status needed to be visible.
The decor features lotus flowers and leaves on a deep black background. In Chinese culture, the lotus symbolizes purity, continuity, and inner peace. The flower grows out of muddy water yet remains clear. Therefore, this motif was chosen for objects with symbolic value.
The background is filled with stylized cloud motifs. Clouds symbolize harmony, protection, and prosperity. Together with the lotus, they form a classic Chinese symbol of good fortune.
Technique and craftsmanship
Cloisonné is completely handmade.
Copper body, handcrafted.
Thin copper wire carefully bent for the pattern.
Each cell filled with email individually.
Multiple firing cycles
Long-lasting grinding and polishing
Gold-colored lines as finishing touches
The details indicate aged craftsmanship. Soft color transitions. Light transparent enamel in leaves and flower petals. Fine grinding marks under the glaze. Old turquoise enamel on the foot. No modern uniform blue.
Period and origin
China
Let Qing until the early Republic.
ca. 1890–1930
Condition
Excellent for the age.
No cracks
No hairlines.
No restorations visible.
Original lids
Pot and lid go together.
rarity
Loose cloisonné pots are seen more often.
An exact matching pair of mirrors with identical shape, decor, and quality is rare.
This clearly raises the set to a collectible level.
Dimensions and weight
Height: 16 cm
Width: 15 cm
Weight pot 1: 636 grams
Weight pot 2: 652 grams
Why is this a sought-after plot of land?
Consciously manufactured as a symmetrical set.
Classical Chinese symbolism
High-quality manual cloisonné
Period around 1900
Highly decorative and collectible object
We are Mies & Nuno from Cherry Picking.
We collect what is too beautiful to forget and give it a second life.
Sustainable, stylish, and with a keen eye for detail.
Not perfect, but just right.
SEO
Pair of Chinese cloisonné lid pots
Pair of Chinese cloisonné ginger jars
Antique cloisonné China
Chinese cloisonné lotus motif
Cloisonné from the late Qing dynasty
Chinese enamel copper jars
Antique Chinese cloisonne set
Asian art cloisonne jars
Chinese decorative lidded jars
Cloisonné black ground lotus
Pair of Chinese cloisonne ginger jars
Early 20th century Chinese cloisonne
Chinese export cloisonné around 1900
Collectible Chinese cloisonne jars
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1288 g
Style subtype
Arts & Crafts style
Title additional information
Chinese cloisonné
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
China
Material
Koper, Email
Designer/Artist/Maker
ca. 1890–1930
Model
Ginger jar
Style
Antique
Colour
Black, Blue, Gold, Green, Purple
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
16 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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