Pair of Chinese Tibor Vases in Hand-Carved Lacquer 20th Century

Pair of Chinese tibor potiches in hand-carved lacquer, made in the 20th Century

Ø cm 14 h cm 22

Chinese lacquer vases are works of art that embody China's rich craft tradition. Lacquer, a natural resin extracted from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree, has been used in China for millennia to create objects of extraordinary beauty and durability.

Lacquer is applied in layers over a thin core of wood, metal, or fabric.
The surface is then carved, engraved, or painted with decorative patterns.
The process is laborious and requires great skill, with some pieces taking months or even years to complete.

Chinese lacquer has a long history, with styles varying according to dynasties and regions.
Common motifs include landscapes, flowers, birds, dragons, and mythological scenes.
Red lacquer, known as cinnabar, is particularly prized for its intensity and brightness.

Chinese lacquer vases have been used both as decorative and functional objects. Antique and high-quality pieces are considered highly valuable collectibles.