Meiji Cloisonne vase, Dragon & Phoenix, Goldstone & Ginbari Techniques
Spoils of Time auction: Meiji Cloisonné vase, Dragon & Phoenix, Goldstone & Ginbari Techniques by

A good, small Japanese cloisonne vase. The alternating dragon and phoenix chevron panels symbolize harmony and balance. Lots of engaging, balanced color. Sparkling goldstone embellishment technique demonstrated in backgrounds below the shoulder and in decorative details around the waisted neck. Ginbari (enamel over silver foil) technique demonstrated around the shoulder with opaque sakura and karakusa decoration floating over the clear red background offset by the underlying foil...