Cloisonne Enamel Flask 
with Red Cliff Decor
Ch'ing Dynasty
(A.D. 1644-1911)
Height           45.8cm
     This flask has a 
straight neck, double 
handles, and a flattened 
belly, two faces of which 
are decorated with a 
painting of boats sailing 
at Red Cliff.  The sides 
of the belly are decorated  
with dragon and phoenix 
motifs.  The partial use 
of cloisonne enamel to 
produce landscape-like 
lineation, together with 
the vivid painting, produce 
an effect of antique charm.