A wonderful large vintage Cloisonné vase paying homage to nature with abundant pink, purple, & blue flowers, a sparrow, and a butterfly on a white background with the post 1940 cloud diaper pattern. The vase rim is bordered with a blue and green lotus blossom, scroll & wave motif while the base border is done in the traditional turquoise fish scale motif.  This type of cloisonné was crafted by highly skilled Chinese artisans who decorated a brass base with the design outlined in copper wire and then painted in the cells of the wire with different colors of glass enamel.  The vase was then fired, painted with more enamel as necessary, fired again, and then finally ground and polished. This vase is in excellent condition with no cracks, dents, repairs or missing enamel. Dimensions are 12" h x 6" dia.  Circa 1940-1980.