Peony - Red - Vintage Jingtai Blue Cloisonne Earrings

• Product Name: Peony - Red - Vintage Jingtai Blue Cloisonne Earrings
• Item NO.: 1200424
• Body Material: Copper
• Backing: French Wire
• Height: 43mm
• Width: 41mm
• Weight: 0.024 kg = 0.0529 lb = 0.8466 oz
• Category: Explore by Types > Earrings > Enamel/Cloisonné Earrings > Jintai Blue/ Chinese Cloisonné Earrings
• Tag: Botanical-Themed , Vintage
• Creation Time: 2020-06-01

Peony - King Of Flowers

In Chinese culture, the peony is known as the "king of flowers" and is often associated with wealth, honor, and romance. The flower's lush and extravagant blooms are a symbol of beauty and prosperity, and in traditional Chinese art, it is often depicted alongside other auspicious symbols such as dragons, phoenixes, and peaches to represent good fortune and prosperity. In addition to its aesthetic and cultural significance, the peony is also valued for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Jingtai blue, or Chinese cloisonne, is a traditional enamelware that originated in Beijing during the Ming Dynasty. It features intricate designs made with copper wires and colorful enamels, and is highly valued for its beauty and craftsmanship. While blue is a popular color for Jingtai blue, it is not the only option, as other colors such as red, yellow, and green are also used. The process of making Jingtai blue is highly complex and time-consuming, requiring great skill and patience to create the intricate patterns. Despite its challenges, the end result is a beautiful and durable work of art that has become a treasured part of Chinese culture.