Miniature house (2) - China - Chinese miniature trees

Chinese decorative miniature bonsai trees (flower arrangements) made from carved ornamental stones and minerals in cloisonné enamel planters. Such pieces were traditionally created by Chinese artisans in the 20th century (sometimes in imitation of earlier periods) from semi-precious gemstones. Materials and Craftsmanship: Flowers and buds: carved from semi-precious stones and minerals (including quartz, agate, jade, or soapstone). Leaves and branches: carved from dark stone (jade or sodalite) on a wire frame. Planters (pots): made using the traditional Eastern technique of cloisonné (cloisonné enamel on metal with a floral pattern).