China, ca. early 20th century CE. A stunning Chinese brooch comprised of an intricately carved translucent white jade central composition depicting a pair of fish swimming amidst waves and seaweed, set within a fine silver filagree and colorful (blues, purples, and white) floral cloisonne frame. Even the verso is gorgeous; here one can appreciate the technique and artistry of the metalwork as well as the intricately incised details of the fish. In addition, one can see a small rectangular plaque engraved with the word "SILVER" on the verso. Size: 2.375" W x 1.5" H (6 cm x 3.8 cm)

Cloisonné first developed in China during the early fourteenth to fifteenth century. The earliest dated Chinese cloisonné was created during the reign of the Ming Xuande emperor (1426 to 1435). This said, records of cloisonné also appeared during the previous Yuan dynasty, and scholars have suggested that at that time the technique was introduced to China via the western province of Yunnan which was under Mongol rule and received an inflow of Islamic people.
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Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Gallery, Denver, CO

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Two tiny cloisons missing. Expected bit of tarnish to silver.