Lot 150: Lot of Seven Assorted Decorative Vases and Sundries

Description

A diverse collection of seven decorative vases, spanning various materials and styles, primarily from the mid to late 20th century. Key Details: * Chokin Art Vase: Black ceramic with gold trim, featuring a gilded Japanese scene of a pagoda, Mount Fuji, and cherry blossoms, executed in the Chokin metal engraving technique. Marked "THE ART OF CHOKIN... Made in Japan." * Blue Fluted Ceramic Vase: Vibrant blue glazed ceramic with vertical fluting, mid-century design. Marked on base (partially illegible). * Crackle Glaze Ceramic Vase: Tall, light cream/brown ceramic with a crackle glaze and raised black textured organic accents. * Marble Vase: Slender, polished black and white mottled marble vase. * Brown Drip Glaze Ceramic Vase: Small, handled ceramic vase with a rich brown, red, and green drip glaze over a textured lower body. * Small Textured Ceramic Piece: Light grey/cream ceramic piece with an intricately incised, wavy geometric pattern, featuring a hand-drawn mark on the base. * Brown Fat Lava Jug: Small, dark brown ceramic jug or pitcher with a glossy upper body and a textured 'fat lava' style base. Condition: The collection exhibits general wear consistent with age and use. A small chip is present on the rim of the blue fluted ceramic vase. Interesting fact: * The Chokin art technique, as seen on one of the vases, originated in Japan, involving metal engravings traditionally used to adorn the armaments of Samurai warriors, later adapted for decorative items. Use: This varied collection offers versatile decorative possibilities, suitable for display individually or as a cohesive group in a range of interior styles.

Condition Report

Small chip on the rim of the blue fluted ceramic vase.

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