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Fine Japanese Cloisonne Belt Buckle browse these categories for related items... All Items: Archives:Regional Art:Asian:Japanese: Pre 1920: item # 409417 Please refer to our stock # 8-070 when inquiring.
B & C Antiques P. O. Box 291 Derby, CT 06418 203-929-7312 Guest Book SOLD |
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| This exquisitely-detailed Japanese cloisonne enamel belt buckle with silver wires dates to the early 20th century. The craftsmanship is very fine, and each side is decorated with auspicious calligraphic symbols in black enamel set against a sparkling goldstone ground. The Japanese mark on the left side is “kotobuki” or “ju.” This mark originated in China (where it is known as “shou”) and has several felicitous meanings such as long life, happiness or congratulations. The Japanese mark on the right, which we have not been able to identify, is also likely to be a mark of felicitation. The irregular edge is surrounded with tiny blue enamel circles outside of a larger green leaf-shaped border. The reverse side is covered in green enamel, and the trim and closure hooks appear to be silver. Condition is excellent, with only some very minute pitting which is not uncommon on cloisonne pieces from this period. This lovely buckle would make a stunning accessory to any outfit. Overall dimensions: 3” long, 2” high. | |||||||
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