This tall baluster-form cloisonne urn from China is an artful presentation of the color blue--from tones of light powder through turquoise and violet to midnight. The blues are arranged on a white ground and sparked with touches of cinnabar red. Enameled on a brass base with brass wires, the blues portray scrolling foliage and flowers interspersed with classic Chinese repeat patterns (diaper). Starburst flowers and foliage encircle the widest part of the form. Stylized upright leaves march aroun ...click for details
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