Beijing Cloisonné Pen Holder, Catchall & Incense Holder
€29.88
The Beijing Cloisonné Pen Holder, Catchall & Incense Holder is a multi-functional desk object crafted from copper, brass wire, and mineral enamel. Its versatile design makes it perfect for organizing your desk or creating a contemplative atmosphere with incense.
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Description
The Beijing Cloisonné Pen Holder, Catchall & Incense Holder is a testament to exquisite Chinese cloisonné artistry, offering a versatile and beautiful addition to any desk or sacred space. This multi-functional desk object seamlessly combines the practicality of a pen holder, the convenience of a catchall for small treasures, and the contemplative presence of an incense holder, all within a single, elegantly crafted copper form.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this piece features a lathe-formed copper body, hand-worked to perfection. Each cell of its intricate design is painstakingly outlined with brass wire, no wider than a single hair, before being filled with mineral enamel in the traditional Beijing palette: rich lapis, vibrant vermilion, serene jade green, and lustrous gold. The enamel is fired multiple times at 800 degrees Celsius, achieving a depth and saturation of color unmatched by other techniques, and finally polished to a high, luminous finish. Standing 12 cm in height with a 7 cm diameter opening, its proportions are ideal for a full set of writing implements or a single stick of incense, while the interior retains a brushed copper surface.
This versatile cloisonné holder can grace a study, an office desk, or a personal meditation area. Fill it with your favorite pens and pencils, use it to collect small items like paper clips or rings, or place a stick of incense within its opening to infuse your surroundings with calming aromas. Its vibrant colors and traditional design make it a focal point, drawing the eye and adding a touch of refined elegance wherever it is placed.
The art of cloisonné in Beijing boasts a rich historical legacy, tracing its origins to the Yuan Dynasty when the technique journeyed along the Silk Road from Byzantine metalworking traditions. By the Ming era, it had ascended to the status of a court art, exclusively reserved for imperial households and esteemed diplomatic gifts. The creation process is an intricate dance of distinct stages: from the initial fabrication of the copper base, to the precise bending and soldering of wires that define each cell, the careful application of enamel by color, repeated kiln firings, and the final hand-polishing that unveils the surface’s captivating luminosity. Each piece embodies days of skilled labor and generations of artistic heritage.
What materials are used to make this Beijing cloisonné holder? This exquisite holder is crafted from a copper base, with intricate designs outlined in delicate brass wire, and vibrant colors achieved through the application of mineral enamel.
