How to maintain cloisonné?

Cloisonne is one of China's famous specialty metal crafts, which is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship. Today, Cloisonne has become a name for a craft that combines bronze and porcelain techniques, as well as traditional hand painting and carving skills. To maintain the good condition and beautiful appearance of Cloisonne works, the following maintenance tips should be noted.

1. Indoor Environment

Place Cloisonne works in a place without acid or alkali tendencies and less dust, and keep the indoor environment dry and clean.

2. Check and stabilize the wooden base and frame

Regularly check the suitability and stability of the wooden base where the Cloisonne works are placed to ensure safety.

3. Cleaning methods

When cleaning the surface of Cloisonne works, do not use water or wet cloth, and do not touch items that are acidic, alkaline, or corrosive. It is best to use a soft cotton cloth or fabric with a hairy nature for wiping.

4. Waxing maintenance

Pay attention to waxing maintenance of Cloisonne works to maintain their brightness and texture.

5. Avoid frequent touching

Most of the metal parts of Cloisonne works are made using gold-plating techniques, so it is not advisable to touch them too much to avoid damage.

6. Clean the enamel

When cleaning the enamel, it is best to do it in a dry state. First, use a duster to remove dust, then wipe it with a soft cotton cloth.

7. Use wax polish

After cleaning the metal and enamel, use wax polish spray to maintain the beauty and texture of cloisonné.

8. Moisture protection

Cloisonné enamel has many tiny sand eyes, which are inherent characteristics of its special materials and craftsmanship. When cleaning, pay attention to moisture protection to prevent contamination and discoloration of the sand eyes.

9. Timely repair

If there is gold plating discoloration, wear or enamel damage, please contact a repair company in a timely manner for technical restoration to maintain its value.

10. Internal waxing

If the copper base of a cloisonné work is exposed, it should be timely treated with wax to prevent rust.

11. Safe placement

High-value cloisonné works are usually works of art rather than practical items, so do not place them in high or easily movable positions to avoid damage from collisions.

Nowadays, the cloisonné craftsmanship is becoming more and more exquisite, with various shapes and a wide variety of patterns. It has become the best gift for international friends and relatives. Correct maintenance methods can prolong the life of cloisonné works and maintain their good appearance and value.