Japanese Cloisonné

Two Japanese Meiji-era (1868-1912) cloisonné collections, totaling more than 140 pieces, sold this spring at Aspire Auctions in Cleveland. Expectations were high and results did not disappoint. Cloisonné is a technique for decorating metal jewelry, vases and other objects with enamel. The top seller, a pair of Imperial presentation vases, went for $80,500. The yellow […]