Cloisonne Cremation Urns

Cloisonne urns originated in China. They first appeared in the late 13th Century under the Yuan Dynasty
alongside other ornaments decorated using the cloisonne technique. By the 15th Century under the Ming
Dynasty, cloisonne was a well-established art form, the cloisonne urn being widely used for a variety of
purposes.
The creative process used to make cloisonne cremation urns today is little changed from the techniques
implemented in the production of cloisonne urns 500 years ago. Chinese artisans would gently hammer
out copper cores to form base shapes for the cloisonne cremation urn. Hand decoration was then
applied to the cloisonne urn using copper rods. Today, more intricate designs on cloisonne urns are
created through the application of a copper wire mesh.
The next step in the creation of cloisonne urns is the inlaying of enamel to the base of the cloisonne urn
between the wire mesh. It is the different mineral compositions of the inlaid enamels that are
responsible for the dazzling colors on cloisonne urns when fired. Cloisonne urns are fired many times
over to achieve the vibrancy of color associated with these types of funeral urn, and in a final process the
cloisonne urn is repeatedly polished to enhance its shine.
As an urn in which to hold cremated remains, cloisonne urns form a highly decorative memorial to the
deceased. In fact, many people choose cloisonne cremation urns for a dual purpose - to hold their loved
one's ashes and to be set upon display as an alluring piece of art. But, whichever visual function
cloisonne urns are chosen to perform, you can be sure that their unique appearance will form a striking
memorial in honor of loved ones passed away.

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