Clouds of cherry blossoms float over roaring waves on this kara-mono Shippo cloisonné work by Hwan Jin Shu (Huang Jing Ren in pinyin) enclosed in the original signed wooden box. Lavender scales separate the lid from the body, with a green handle in graffitio wire work. Kara mono Shippo is the enamel style originating in China, which was favored by the early tea masters. It is performed in pale enamel colors enclosed in silver wire frames. This piece is 7-1/2 inches (19 cm) tall, 6-1/2 inches ...click for details
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