Pair of Cloisonne Vases by Hayashi Chuzo, Japan, Meiji period, six-lobed elliptical baluster form, each depicting a crane amongst chrysanthemums and daisies, against a black ground, between a patterned band around mouth and foot rims, impressed "chu" mark on base, ht. 14 1/2 in. Estimate $1,200-1,500 one with minor warping around mouth rim, scratches, cracks, and chips to enameled body, and cracks around neck and under mouth rim; both with minor fine surface scratches to enamel, minor rusting and fine surface scratches to metal rims. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
