A fine miniature Ginbari cloisonne enamel vase with a carved stand, Meiji period, 1868 to 1912. Decorated with multicolored flowers and a flying butterfly on a gradient ground in shades of yellow and green. Unmarked. Note: Ginbari foil is an ancient enamel technique developed by Japanese artists. It is also the name of the thicker silver foil used to make one of a kind or repeated design motifs in silver. These designs show through your transparent enamels and add an extra layer of surface texture and pattern. Antique Japanese Metalware And Oriental Decorative Collectibles.