A PAIR OF ANTIQUE JAPANESE BLACK GROUND CLOISONN?‰ VASES WITH STANDS, TAISHO PERIOD (1912-1926), each of shaped baluster form with a deep blue enameled interior beneath a wide mouth on a short flaring neck and shoulder, detailed throughout in autumnal colors with florets and continuous bow tied cords amidst stylized foliage within triangular borders, above sides with butterflies fluttering amongst large turning grape leaf and vine suspending ripening grape clusters over blossoming chrysanthemum and peony stems, above a flaring base with stylized blossoms and waved ribbon decoration, height: 12 3/4", diameter: 9"; together with a pair of matching black painted and carved wood stands, with circular tops above a reticulated bomb?? skirt with spread winged bats morphing into dragon heads on scaly cabriole legs ending in scrolled feet, height: 12 1/2", diameter: 12". Each is enameled on copper with gilt copper trim and are in relatively good shape with normal buildup and light surface wear from use, one is lacking the rim trim, each pierced for electricity, both have some small ( Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."