Hexagonal vase with cloisonné decoration 1870 - 1880

This hexagonal vase, crafted by Minton, stuns with its cloisonné decoration. The vase's striking turquoise surface immediately captures the eye, offering a cool contrast to the intricate patterns adorning each facet. Gold outlines these patterns, enhancing their visual complexity. The cloisonné work employs small cells filled with enamel to create detailed geometric and floral motifs, demonstrating a mastery of material and technique. Each panel presents a composition of miniature, stylized designs, hinting at symbolic meanings. The meticulous arrangement of shapes and colours suggests a structured system of signs. The hexagonal form is in itself a statement, challenging the conventions of traditional vase design. The vase exists as more than just decoration, and is a complex interplay of form, colour, and pattern, creating a harmonious yet thought-provoking object. Its visual elements challenge our understanding, inviting us to consider how design can both reflect and shape our perceptions.