Imagine the jewel-like colors of a stained glass window captured in a beautiful little bowl. This small but stunning piece is delicate beyond belief - place it in a sunny window and you'll be delighted with the display, similar to cloisonne but taking the glowing color to a whole new level! 3.25" diameter at top of bowl x 2.25" tall (with stand).
About the process: Plique-a-jour (French for letting in daylight) is, in effect, a miniature version of stained-glass, with vitreous material applied into cells. Considered very challenging technically, producing an item can take up to four months. The technique is similar to that of outlet cloisonné, but before firing, a temporary backing is applied that is later dissolved by acid or rubbed away. In Japan the technique is called shotai shippo.
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Product code: ON SALE! outlet Exquisite small plique-a-jour cloisonne bowl, made in China, late 20th century