Physical Dimensions: 1 1/2 x 2 in. (3.8 x 5 cm) each
Medium: Six plaques in fitted wood box; (a) design drawn on copper ground in red; (b) silver wires attached to ground; (c) enamel partially filled in; (d) more enamel filled in ; (e) enamel over-filled so wires are submerged; (f) final product stoned and polished to mirror
Object Classification: Furnishings
Full Title: Demonstration Set of Cloisonne Technique
Curatorial Area: Japanese Art
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Tosk
Chronology: 1851-1900, 1801-1850
Artwork Accession Number: M.91.251.3a-f
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