A Japanese cloisonné enamel vase with a blue-turquoise ground and floral decorations, created and signed by Jin-noe Ohta (1858–1907)
The shosen technique used to create this vase is a refined cloisonné enamel method characterized by the application of fine silver wires to outline intricate patterns. The wires are carefully filled with vibrant enamel, resulting in a smooth, polished surface with exceptional detail. This technique flourished during the Meiji era (1868–1912), a period when Japanese art embraced innovation and international recognition. Jin-noe Ohta (1858–1907) was one of the most acclaimed cloisonné artists of his time, celebrated for his technical mastery and artistic excellence, which set a high standard in this medium.
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