VTG Articulated Cloisonné Enamel Fish Pendant

Updated August 7, 2026

Lot number70j
Estimate10.00 - 1,000.00 CDN
CategoryJewelry & Watches
Auction337 - Encan West Island Auctions - 8/4-8/18
DateAugust 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT
Auction houseEncan West Island Auctions
LocationSaint Laurent, QC

intricate vintage Chinese export style articulated fish charm or pendant, realistically designed to mimic the fluid movement of a koi or goldfish. Crafted with a flexible, multi-segmented body made of overlapping gilded scales, the piece bends and moves freely. It features hand-applied cloisonné enameling in a vibrant palette of turquoise blue, leaf green, and rich golden amber tones. The fish is detailed with cabochon-style green enamel eyes, prominent fins, and a wide fan tail with engraved linear textures visible beneath a translucent enamel glaze. A sturdy jump ring is attached at the mouth, making it ready to wear as a statement necklace pendant or a unique key fob charm. 3 in

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