Cloisonne Candlestick
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Object NameCandlestick
Mediummetal and enamel
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Diameter: 16 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS014547
About MeCloisonné is a decorative technique where metal strips are soldered to a piece of metal and bent to create a series of compartments that are then filled with coloured enamel.This circular turquoise cloisonne candlestick has an upturned flat rim to catch any drips of melted wax.
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736-1796
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty Qianlong/Jiaqing Period, 1736 - 1820
Ming Dynasty, 16th - 17th century
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period, 1821-1850
