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The art of Chinese cloisonné
中国景泰蓝艺术

Cloisonné is a traditional Chinese craft known for its vibrant colors and detailed designs.
景泰蓝是一种以色彩鲜艳、图案精细而闻名的中国传统工艺。

It originated during the Yuan Dynasty but flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.
它起源于元代，并在明清时期达到鼎盛。

The name "cloisonné" comes from the French word for "partition", referring to the technique of dividing the surface into different sections using thin copper strips.
“Cloisonné”一词来源于法语，意为“隔断”，指的是用细铜丝将器物表面分隔成不同区域的工艺技法。

Making cloisonné is a difficult process that needs a lot of skills.
制作景泰蓝是一项需要高超技艺的复杂工序。

First, a copper base is shaped into the form of a vase or a plate.
首先，将铜坯制成花瓶或盘子的形状。

Then, thin copper strips are glued onto the surface to outline the design.
接着，把细铜丝粘贴在表面，勾勒出图案轮廓。

These strips act as partitions to hold different colours of enamel (指瓷).
这些铜丝起到隔断作用，用来盛放不同颜色的珐琅釉料。

Enamel paste is put into each section and fired in a kiln at high temperatures.
随后，将珐琅釉料填入各个区域，并在高温窑炉中烧制。

This process is repeated many times to build up layers of enamel, giving the piece a rich and shiny look.
这一过程需要反复进行多次，以增加釉料层次，使成品呈现出丰富而光亮的效果。

Cloisonné designs often include traditional Chinese symbols, such as dragons, phoenixes, and flowers.
景泰蓝的图案常常包含中国传统元素，如龙、凤和花卉。

Each piece shows the artist's skill and patience.
每一件作品都体现了工匠的技艺与耐心。

The art form represents wealth and high artistic value in Chinese culture.
这种艺术形式在中国文化中象征着富贵和极高的艺术价值。

Modern challenges remain, traditional workshops keep making these beautiful works, passing down this ancient craft to future generations.
尽管面临现代挑战，传统作坊仍在不断制作这些精美的作品，将这一古老技艺传承给后代。
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The art of Chinese cloisonné
Cloisonné is a traditional Chinese craft known for its vibrant colors and detailed designs. It originated during the Yuan Dynasty but flourished in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The name "cloisonné" comes from the French word for " partition" , referring to the technique of dividing the surface into different sections using thin copper strips.

Making cloisonné is a difficult process that needs a lot of skills, First, a copper base is shaped into the form of a vase or a plate, Then, thin copper strips are glued onto the surface to outline the design. These strips act as partitions to hold different colours of enamel (指瓷). Enamel paste is put into each section and fired in a kiln ( ) at high temperatures. This process is repeated many times to build up layers of enamel, giving the piece a rich and shiny look.

Cloisonné designs often include traditional Chinese symbols, such as dragons, phoenixes, and flowers. Each piece shows the artist's skill and patience. The art form represents wealth and high artistic value in Chinese culture.

artistic value in Chinese culture. moder challenges, traditional workshops keep making these beautiful works, passing down this ancient craft to future generations.