Definition of cloisonné in English:
cloisonné
noun klwɑːˈzɒneɪˈklwɑːzɒneɪˌklɔɪznˈeɪ
mass nounDecorative work in which enamel, glass, or gemstones are separated by strips of flattened wire placed edgeways on a metal backing.
pieces of Chinese cloisonné
an emblem in beautiful cloisonné
as modifier cloisonné work
Example sentencesExamples
- The collection features fine examples of Qing dynasty enamelled porcelains, Beiijing and Canton enamels on metal, cloisonné enamels and bronzes.
- The other method, the authors tell us is the cloisonné where little compartments are created according to the design using strips of metal.
- The same is true for fine cloisonné, lacquerware and decorative metalwork.
- It was probably used in fine techniques of cloisonné and related crafts.
- Rising majestically over rocks and crested waves, these cloisonné dragons chase flaming pearls amid clouds in the heavens.
- In cloisonné enamelling cells, or cloisons, are built up on a thin sheet of metal by attaching metal wire or fine strips of metal fixed edgewise.
Origin
Mid 19th century: French, literally 'partitioned', past participle of cloisonner, from cloison 'a partition or division'.