Pair of early 20th century Chinese cloisonne vases

Pair of early 20th century Chinese cloisonne vases. Made of bronze with enamelled and gilded decoration and the domed covers are similarly decorated with knop finials.

Beautiful, high-quality pieces.

Beautiful motif of two Chinese Dragons in Gold on a beautiful Black background with golden cloud patterns.

Size : 18cm  High x 10 cm diameter each

Cloisonné is an ancient technique for decorating metal objects with colored material held in place or separated by strips of metal or wire. In recent centuries, enamel has been used (as seen on these vases), but inlays of cut gemstones, glass, and other materials were also used in earlier times.