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Vase with Three Rams' Heads

1736–1795

China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong mark and reign

(1736-1795)
Medium
cloisonné enamel
Measurements
Diameter: 9.4 cm (3 11/16 in.); Overall: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. Millikin 1989.321
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Location
240B Chinese Decorative Arts
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Description

In cloisonné enameling, the decorative patterns are outlined by soldering metal wires (usually copper) to a metal base, creating a network of cells, or cloisons, to be filled with powdered enamels. After firing, the enamels are polished to create a smooth surface level with the cloisons. The exposed metal surfaces are gilt.
A cloisonné enamel vase features a rounded body and flared neck. Three golden ram heads with rings in their mouths project from the shoulder, flanking central red and yellow floral patterns. Intricate scrolling stems with white blossoms cover the turquoise background, divided by horizontal gold bands. A square spiral pattern circles the inner rim, while golden clouds ring the base. These floral designs repeat on the neck, framed by the rams' curved horns.

Vase with Three Rams' Heads

1736–1795

China, Jiangxi province, Jingdezhen, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong mark and reign (1736-1795)

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