The "12-inch Locust Flower plate" — Royal Cloisonne Masterpiece

The "12-inch Locust Flower plate" is an exquisite masterpiece created by Master Craftsman Dai Jialin, establishing a premier benchmark for luxury home decor. The work uses a perfectly rounded and dignified 12-inch plate (Jin Chang Plate) as its design medium, seamlessly integrating traditional intangible cultural heritage techniques such as royal cloisonné enamel, delicate blue-and-white embellishment, and exquisite gilding. The entire piece boasts rich, deep colors, exuding majesty and nobility. Through the interplay of densely packed, cascading, milky-white gradient locust blossoms, vibrant green and gracefully unfolding feathery compound leaves, a deep and solemn black-gold brocade background, and poetic calligraphic inscriptions, it showcases exceptional skill and a profound Eastern philosophy of life. Serving as an exceptional statement art piece for your estate or a refined acquisition for any high-end home accessories shop or exclusive gift gallery, it transforms any environment into a transcendent realm of cultural charm and acts as a sophisticated unique home decor centerpiece.

Symbolic Meaning and Spiritual Connotation

• Success and Prosperity in Official Career

  In traditional Eastern culture, "locust" (槐) is homophonous with "elite" (魁), and the ancient imperial examinations in the capital were often held when the locust blossoms were yellow, hence the saying, "When the locust blossoms are yellow, the candidates are busy." The work uses this as its main decorative motif, directly conveying the auspicious wishes for "success in official career, prosperity in officialdom, passing the imperial examinations, and continuous advancement." When displayed near a classic antique brass lamp, a refined chinoiserie lamp, or a timeless mantel clock, this china plate acts as a powerful anchor for mens office decor or office decor for men, while doubling as one of the most stunning luxurious home accents.

• The Shade of the Locust Tree and its Blessings for Future Generations

  The locust tree, with its lush foliage and expansive shade, is often used in traditional culture as a metaphor for ancestral blessings and the protection of benefactors. The abundant, drooping locust blossoms in the dish symbolize "blessings for descendants, blessings for future generations, and a long-lasting foundation for the family business." This meaningful craftsmanship makes it a profound choice for special personalized gifts, luxury gifts for women, high end gifts men, or exclusive birthday gifts, enhancing an opulent interior alongside collectible fine china sets, collectible figurines, or an ornate mirror.

• The Fragrance of Locust Blossoms in May and the Sweetness of Life

  The fragrance of locust blossoms in May not only evokes beautiful imagery of the refreshing nature of early summer, but the rich, honey-like aroma of the blossoms also conveys auspicious wishes for a sweet, fulfilling, smooth, and healthy life year after year. Its captivating presence makes it an exceptional addition to a premier home decor dubai collection, a curated array of house decorations, or a sophisticated selection of luxury home goods and interior items for home.

• Interlocking Coins and Abundant Wealth

  The dark background of the dish features a dense pattern of fine, golden, interlocking ancient coins, symbolizing "abundant wealth, continuous prosperity, and endless good fortune," cleverly combining cultural elegance with auspicious connotations of wealth. It functions as much more than simple decorative accessories or table accents; it is a captivating artisanal statement piece for those searching for luxury gift ideas, designer gifts for women, luxury gifts for men who have everything, or memorable wedding gifts for couples.

• Craftsmanship and Heritage

  As an anchor of our authentic "Royal Cloisonne" line, this art piece represents the inheritance of traditional Chinese intangible cultural heritage. It embodies a rigorous respect for the "108 processes" of ancient royal craftsmanship, seamlessly bridging the gap between traditional culture and modern artistic innovation.

A Masterpiece of Form and Function

This cloisonné piece is an artistic masterpiece that combines the splendor of royal cloisonné enamel craftsmanship, the elegance of Chinese poetry, calligraphy, painting, and seal carving, and the auspicious meaning of protection under the locust tree. By elevating the cultural ambiance and psychological energy of a space, this fine chinaware acts as an enduring statement of elite status. Whether showcased on a living room shelf alongside desk clocks or desk sets, integrated into bespoke art installations, displayed in study desks and high-end reception spaces, or sought after as one of the most prestigious ramadan gifts, wedding gifts uae, and wedding gifts dubai, it transforms any environment into a vibrant realm of harmony, refined peace, and lasting imperial beauty paired with a silver picture frame or custom wall decor.

B2B Wholesale & Customization: We provide full B-side procurement support: single retail available, flexible MOQ for bulk wholesale orders over 50 pieces with special volume discount. Custom laser engraving service supports Arabic & English brand logos, enterprise slogans or exclusive collection serial numbers, with zero extra mold cost for large corporate gift, Ramadan batch and hotel decor project orders.

Key Specifications

Official Collection Certifications & Accessories

Every complete set is equipped with full verification documents and premium packaging for cross-border import and collector authentication:

• Dual hand-signed collection certificate created by Master Dai Jialin.
• Unique traceable anti-counterfeit serial number engraved on the copper base of each artwork, only 200 serial numbers issued globally.
• Shockproof hardcover solid wooden gift box specially made for sea and air international shipping.
• Bilingual English & Arabic brochure introducing Chinese intangible cultural heritage craft.
• Complete set of export inspection materials meeting all GCC customs import standards.

The 108-Step Manufacturing Process

1. Design patterns

   The inspiration for the creations comes from a long-term and persistent study of China traditional culture, which has led to both divergent and convergent thinking. Creation is far more complex than simply imagining.

   

2. Handmade copper billet

   Making the copper billet mold is the first step in cloisonné production; only after a certain model is formed can the next step be carried out. This step takes 72 hours of hand hammering, as the mold shape defines the whole artwork theme.

   

3. Wire inlay

   The copper is forged into flat wires, which are then hand-pinched into patterns such as flowers, clouds, geometric shapes, figures, or animals. A natural adhesive made from Chinese medicine is used to attach the pinned copper wires to the copper base according to the design drawings.

   

4. Applying Enamel

   Before the applying enamel process, the copper wire frame needs to undergo firing, leveling, and wire straightening. Enameling uses glaze made from ground natural minerals. According to the colors indicated by the pattern, the glaze is repeatedly applied into the copper wire decorative frame using an enameling gun or test tube.

   

5. Calcination

   After cooling, it becomes a beautiful glaze that is fixed on the body. At this time, the glaze is lower than the height of the copper wire, so the glaze needs to be filled again. After sintering, the entire enameled body is placed in a high-temperature furnace of about 800 degrees Celsius and fired with some mineral stone powder as fuel. The glaze melts from a granular solid into a liquid. This process usually takes four or five times until the glaze is filled to the same level as the cloisonné pattern.

   

6. Polishing

   The fired objects are placed in water and polished step by step with coarse sandstone, fine sandstone, yellow stone, and linden charcoal for 24 hours until the surface is smooth as a mirror. Finally, linden charcoal and a scraper are used to smooth and polish the copper lines, bottom lines, and rims that are not covered with blue glaze.

   

7. Gold plating

   After the cloisonné piece has been polished and smoothed, it undergoes acid washing, cleaning, and sandblasting before being placed in a gold plating bath. An electric current is then applied, causing the gold to adhere firmly to the metal parts of the cloisonné. Following washing, rinsing, and drying, a dazzling cloisonné piece emerges.

   

International Packaging & GCC Logistics Support

Custom cross-border packaging solution solving shipping pain points of Middle East bulk buyers:

• Multi-Layer Shock Absorption: High-density customized foam inner lining combined with solid wooden outer boxes completely prevents enamel chipping and metal deformation during long-distance ocean freight.
• Climate Protection: Specialized anti-oxidation wrapping paper ensures protection from high-humidity and high-temperature desert air during transit hubs.
• Direct GCC Fulfillment: Integrated logistics coordination delivering straight to the Dubai Free Zone and major national distribution hubs across Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait.
• Customs Optimization: Pre-labeled international outer cartons matching all standardized GCC import and customs declaration requirements.

Core Advantages vs Mass-Produced Ordinary Cloisonne

• Craft Hours Gap: Ordinary mass-market cloisonné requires only 7–10 days; our imperial artwork demands over 1,200 hours of precision handcraft following the full 108 royal decree procedures.
• Material Integrity: Standard commercial alternatives utilize thin brass with cheap alloy electroplating; our artwork is forged from a heavy, solid purple copper base layered with genuine, thick 24K gold plating using a patented anti-oxidation luster technique.
• Investment Value: Mass decorative items offer zero traceable provenance. This mirror is restricted to an uncompromising 200 units globally, featuring dual master signatures, unique base-stamped serial numbers, and official collection archives.
• Market Protection: B2B regional distributor exclusivity is available to qualified luxury boutique partners across the GCC to completely prevent cross-border or digital price competition.