Cloisonne products in Ming and Qing dynasties were mostly used by the imperial palace, and did not appear as a commodity in the market until the late Qing Dynasty. According to relevant historical records, cloisonne was exported from Daoguang period. 1904 Cloisonne Baoding Furnace won the first prize at the Chicago World Expo, and then won the first prize at the Panama World Expo 19 15. Therefore, cloisonne enjoys a high reputation in the world.
Beijing Enamel Factory, as a leading enterprise in cloisonne industry in China, compiled "Cloisonne Process Operation Rules" and "Process Quality Standards" on 1963, and in June of the same year, China Light Industry Federation issued and implemented "People's Republic of China (PRC) Cloisonne Crafts Industry Standards". Since then, the cloisonne industry has a unified product quality standard, which makes the production of cloisonne gradually move towards scientific management.
Over the years, enamel factory has enjoyed a good reputation in the domestic and foreign markets with its R&D advantages, excellent quality and strong cultural and artistic taste, and has formed well-known brands such as "Jingfa", which has been continuously recognized as a famous trademark in Beijing. The enterprise has trained many professional and technical talents such as national and municipal arts and crafts masters, senior arts and crafts artists, skilled craftsmen, engineers and senior technicians, and formed an excellent design, excellent production and professional management team. Two-thirds of the cloisonne industry in China is concentrated in this enterprise. Strong professional and technical strength has enabled Jingfa Cloisonne to develop by leaps and bounds on the basis of inheriting the excellent traditional crafts of Ming and Qing Dynasties. It has greatly enriched the shapes, patterns and colors of products, and its technological quality and artistic level have surpassed any historical period, leading the development direction and trend of cloisonne art in China and representing the highest level of cloisonne development in contemporary China. Deeply loved by cloisonne lovers and collectors at home and abroad, it is well received by people in the industry. Cloisonne is made of copper, made of fine gold thread or copper wire into various patterns, and filled with enamel glaze. The shape is dignified and heavy, the color contrast is bright, and the glaze is crystal clear and deep as a gem. The resplendent appearance shows the peaceful atmosphere and rich and elegant temperament of cloisonne, so it is deeply loved by royal nobles. Especially in the Qing Dynasty, the production of cloisonne reached its peak. In the early years of Kangxi, the Qing court set up a special "enamel worker" in the office attached to Wuying Hall to make special utensils for the court. At this time, the products not only inherited the luxurious, classical and elegant national style of cloisonne in Ming Dynasty, but also developed the gold plating technology. The surface of the object is decorated with precious gems, which are thick and bright with gold plating and dazzling gems. The two complement each other, fully demonstrating the royal style and magnificent artistic effect.
Cloisonne, as a kind of court art, is a noble decorative art in the courts of Ming and Qing Dynasties, and a symbol of imperial power and status. In addition, the production process is very complicated, not only using bronze technology, but also absorbing porcelain technology. At the same time, a large number of traditional painting and carving techniques are introduced. It is a complex technological process integrating metallurgy, casting, painting, kiln industry, carving, chiseling and hammering, and it can be called the pinnacle of traditional craftsmanship in China. Therefore, since ancient times, there has been a saying that "one cloisonne, ten boxes of official kiln ware". Cloisonne was born in the palace, which is an important part of the royal family, the main display of the palace hall and the treasure of the town hall. The Golden Jubilee Hall in the Forbidden City, or the Biyong Palace in imperial academy and the Paiyun Hall in the Summer Palace ... In these imperial halls, the gem-like light of cloisonne is always amazing.
According to historical records, only Emperor Qianlong's tableware is cloisonne, and the bottom is all porcelain ... This shows the status of cloisonne in the history of China, and she is a symbol of status and status.
With the change of dynasties and the development of the times, cloisonne was listed as the first batch of intangible cultural heritage by the state in 2006 because of its historical significance and craftsmanship. Taihefang cloisonne is an extremely complex arts and crafts, and it is the best treasure for historical inheritance, appreciation and collection.
Cloisonne works of art in the old society were exclusively used by the nobles of the palace and were symbols of power and status.
Different from the jades made by the court and the people, and the porcelains made by the official kilns and the people's kilns, cloisonne has never left the palace since its birth, and has become the only royal luxury in the history of China that has been passed down for more than 600 years and has pure royal blood. According to historical records, only the tableware of Emperor Qianlong was cloisonne, and all his servants used porcelain for the New Year's Eve dinner in 44 years. Cloisonne, as a symbol of prominent position, has never been shaken. It is a prestigious original luxury art in China, and has become the exclusive luxury of a few distinguished people.